Summary:
The 97305 zip code area of Salem, Oregon is home to 11 schools, including 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools, all part of the Salem-Keizer School District 24J, except for Pratum Elementary which is part of the Silver Falls School District 4J. The data reveals a wide range of academic performance across these schools, with standout institutions like Early College High School and Pratum Elementary achieving exceptional test scores, while others struggle to meet district and state averages.
The high-performing Early College High School ranks 2nd out of 268 Oregon high schools and has a 5-star rating, with 90.4% of 11th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts, 75% in Mathematics, and 82.7% in Science. Similarly, the small Pratum Elementary ranks 1st out of 706 Oregon elementary schools and has a 5-star rating, with 80-90% of students proficient or better across all subjects. In contrast, schools like McKay High School and Cesar E Chavez Elementary struggle, with proficiency rates well below the district and state averages.
The data also reveals a wide range in funding, with spending per student ranging from $14,189 at Valley Inquiry Charter School to $26,836 at Pratum Elementary, suggesting potential funding inequities that may contribute to the differences in academic outcomes. Additionally, the correlation between higher free/reduced lunch rates and lower academic performance is evident, highlighting the impact of socioeconomic factors on student achievement in this area.
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