North Salem High School

North Salem High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
765 14th St NE,  Salem, OR
Salem-Keizer School District
3.7
4.0
2,152 Students
C
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Average SAT Score
1090
Average ACT Score
21
Math Proficiency
9%
Reading Proficiency
25%
Average GPA
3.29
Graduation Rate
77%

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
C+
Teachers
C+
College Prep
C
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
C-
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.29
Reading Proficiency
25%
Math Proficiency
9%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers
107
Full Time Teachers
107
Teachers in First or Second Year
19.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1090
Math
540
Verbal
540
Average ACT
21
Math
20
English
20
Reading
21
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
7
AP Pass Rate
18.7%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
70.7%
State Average
43.9%
Science
60%
State Average
40.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
409:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.8%
Female
47.7%
Hispanic
63.8%
White
22.2%
Two or more races
4.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
4.3%
Black
2.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.6%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Portland State University 424 Students
Oregon State University 401 Students
Chemeketa Community College 391 Students
University of Oregon 389 Students
Western Oregon University 351 Students
Willamette University 208 Students
University of Portland 183 Students
Linfield University 173 Students
Oregon Institute of Technology 121 Students
Pacific University Oregon 118 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 124 Students
Psychology 85 Students
Nursing 85 Students
Biology 71 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 50 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 48 Students
Education 36 Students
Accounting 35 Students
Chemistry 33 Students
Forensic Science and Technology 29 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 240 Reviews
5.0 Senior
5/2/2025
The best part of North Salem High School is probably the community that we have because everyone kinda knows each other and are like one big family in a way.
3.0 Senior
6/28/2023
The setting itself was kind of off there is certainly room for improvement with the staff and student relationship. I feel like some staff members didn't make an attempt to connect with individuals or even enjoyed what they did. Also there was a lot of moments students didn't feel heard.
5.0 Senior
6/27/2023
Such a great atmosphere, the teachers are absolutely wonderful and extremely helpful. I was being supported the whole way through my high school years. The students are all very supportive and welcoming as well. Everyone works so well together solve problems and help eachother in ethical dilemmas.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 2 Reviews
4.0 teacher
4/20/2014
Have taught in FOUR high schools in this city, and honestly this is the most positive, supportive, versatile, resilient staff I have seen. The library is incredibly student friendly, and teachers are unusually available for their students. The biggest hurdle our students have is the idea some famili...
4.0 student
10/6/2013
Our Band Music Program is one of the best that I know of, and it's one that will never fall. Our teachers are good at challenging us while helping us think through the problems step by step. This is a school I recommend for the band program and challenging teachers.

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North Salem High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Salem, OR and is served by the Salem-Keizer School District in Oregon. The school has a total enrollment of 2,152 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 20:1. Academic records show that 9% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 25% are proficient in reading. North Salem High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.29, the graduation rate is 77%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1090 and an ACT score of 21. The average home value in this area is $386,161. Discover additional schools in the area, like South Salem High School, Roberts High School, Salem Academy Christian Schools, and more. Learn more about what Salem has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near North Salem High School.

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