Serving 306 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Schirle Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Schirle Elementary School's student population of 306 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Rankings
Schirle Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Schirle Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#392 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
17%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
70%
57%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
7%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Schirle Elementary School's ranking?
Schirle Elementary School is ranked #392 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Schirle Elementary School often compared to?
Schirle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Elementary School, Sumpter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Schirle Elementary School?
306 students attend Schirle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Schirle Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Schirle Elementary School?
Schirle Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Schirle Elementary School offer ?
Schirle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Schirle Elementary School part of?
Schirle Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Schirle Elementary School located?
Schirle Elementary School is located in the Sunnyslope neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in Sunnyslope.
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