West Salem Language Academy serves 115 students in grades Kindergarten-3.
Minority enrollment was 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
115 students
Total Classroom Teachers (04-05)
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
16%
25%
Black
n/a
3%
White
53%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Salem Language Academy?
115 students attend West Salem Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of West Salem Language Academy students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What grades does West Salem Language Academy offer ?
West Salem Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is West Salem Language Academy part of?
West Salem Language Academy is part of Salem-Keizer School District 24j.
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