Serving 430 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lamb 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lamb Elementary School's student population of 430 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Mascot
Patriot
School Rankings
Lamb 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 Lamb Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#1088 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
73%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
16%
58%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Patriot
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lamb Elementary School's ranking?
Lamb Elementary School is ranked #1088 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Lamb Elementary School often compared to?
Lamb Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scott Elementary School, Harritt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Lamb Elementary School?
430 students attend Lamb Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Lamb Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lamb Elementary School?
Lamb Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lamb Elementary School offer ?
Lamb Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lamb Elementary School part of?
Lamb Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Lamb Elementary School located?
Lamb Elementary School is located in the Northgate neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 7 other public schools located in Northgate.
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