Serving 1,733 students in grades 9-12, West Salem High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,733 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 20% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Salem High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Salem High School's student population of 1,733 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,733 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Salem High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Salem High School is 0.59, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#485 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
25%
25%
Black
2%
3%
White
59%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Salem High School's ranking?
West Salem High School is ranked #485 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are West Salem High School often compared to?
West Salem High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sprague High School, South Salem High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Salem High School?
The graduation rate of West Salem High School is 91%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend West Salem High School?
1,733 students attend West Salem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of West Salem High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Salem High School?
West Salem High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Salem High School offer ?
West Salem High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Salem High School part of?
West Salem High School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is West Salem High School located?
West Salem High School is located in the West Salem neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 7 other public schools located in West Salem.
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