Serving 464 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Scott Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 11% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Scott Elementary School's student population of 464 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
464 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1977
Colors
Blue & Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scott Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scott Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1143 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
71%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
15%
57%
Hawaiian
7%
1%
Two or more races
2%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Scotty The Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scott Elementary School's ranking?
Scott Elementary School is ranked #1143 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Scott Elementary School?
464 students attend Scott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Scott Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scott Elementary School?
Scott Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Scott Elementary School offer ?
Scott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scott Elementary School part of?
Scott Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
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