Serving 444 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Grant Community 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% 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: 444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grant Community School's student population of 444 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
Dark Red & Navy Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grant Community 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 Grant Community School is 0.52, 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
#543 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
65%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
25%
57%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Grizzly
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grant Community School's ranking?
Grant Community School is ranked #543 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Grant Community School?
444 students attend Grant Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Grant Community School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grant Community School?
Grant Community School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Grant Community School offer ?
Grant Community School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grant Community School part of?
Grant Community School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Grant Community School located?
Grant Community School is located in the Grant neighborhood of Salem, OR.
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