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South Salem High School

Salem-Keizer SD 24J · Marion County · 1910 Church St SE, Salem, OR 97302.0

(503)399-3252

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3/10
#156
Rank 156 out of 203
Top 76%
English Language Arts5/10 · #126 · 43rd percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #178 · 13th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

School Overview

South Salem High School sits in one of Salem's more established residential neighborhoods, drawing from a mix of working families and long-rooted Salem households. The school's math scores lag noticeably behind state peers, and families who prioritize strong academic outcomes may find the numbers a reason to look closely before committing. That said, Salem itself is an affordable, livable city with easy access to the Willamette Valley's outdoor spaces, and families already rooted in the South Salem area often stay connected to the school through its community traditions and extracurricular life.

Student Demographics

506 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
237 (47%)
Hispanic
187 (37%)
Multiple Races
40 (8%)
African American
15 (3%)
Other
27 (5%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged140 (28%)
Students with Disabilities89 (18%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

2,195
Enrollment
93.15
Teachers (FTE)
23.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
5
Administrators (FTE)
29
Avg Class Size

Graduation Rate

86.7%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

This school does not offer AP courses.

IB Program466 students enrolled

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs9/10 · #28 · 90th percentile

138 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Oregon.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found