Serving 336 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lee Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% 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: 336 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lee Elementary School's student population of 336 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
336 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
2002
Colors
Navy Blue & Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lee 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 Lee Elementary School is 0.61, which is more 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
#753 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
52%
26%
Black
4%
3%
White
34%
57%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lightning
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lee Elementary School's ranking?
Lee Elementary School is ranked #753 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Lee Elementary School?
336 students attend Lee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Lee Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lee Elementary School?
Lee Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lee Elementary School offer ?
Lee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lee Elementary School part of?
Lee Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Lee Elementary School located?
Lee Elementary School is located in the South Gateway neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in South Gateway.
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