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Weddle Elementary School

1825 Alder Dr Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 347 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Weddle 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 10-14% (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 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 347 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 73%
  • : Bottom 50% in OR
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Weddle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Weddle Elementary School's student population of 347 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Mascot
Wolves

School Rankings

Weddle 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 Weddle Elementary School is 0.58, 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.
This School
State Level (OR)
#1127 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
10-14%
31%
10-14%
44%
≤10%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
59%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
27%
58%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.58
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wolves
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Weddle Elementary School's ranking?
Weddle Elementary School is ranked #1127 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Weddle Elementary School often compared to?
Weddle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Claggett Creek Middle 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 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Weddle Elementary School?
347 students attend Weddle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Weddle Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Weddle Elementary School?
Weddle Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Weddle Elementary School offer ?
Weddle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Weddle Elementary School part of?
Weddle Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer School District 24j.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 347 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 73%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

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