At a glance
Reported students
336
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
15.47
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
21.7:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Oregon elementary enrollment
52nd percentile
Compared with 713 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
436
Lee Elementary School: 336 reported students.
State peer staffing position
96th percentile
21.7:1 reported; state peer median 16.6:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 270
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14.9
- Student–teacher ratio
- 18.1:1
What the reported data says about Lee Elementary School
Lee Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades KG–05 in Salem. It is one of 65 current school records connected to Salem-Keizer SD 24J. NCES reports 336 students for 2024–25.
Among 713 elementary schools in Oregon with comparable records, this school is close in size to the reported median of 328 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 52nd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 21.7:1, above the Oregon median of 16.6:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (52.1%) and White (34.2%). English learners represent 29.3% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 26.7%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Lee Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 21.7:1 student–teacher ratio and 15.47 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 29.3%
- Students with disabilities
- 26.7%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 87.8%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.41
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.14
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.2
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White34.2%
- Hispanic52.1%
- Black4.5%
- Asian3.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander2.1%
- Multiracial3.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Salem-Keizer SD 24J
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Hallman Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
339 reported students
Myers Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
342 reported students
Weddle Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
352 reported students
Miller Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
318 reported students
Clear Lake Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
317 reported students
Kennedy Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
358 reported students
Public schools near Lee Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pringle Elementary School Elementary · Salem-Keizer SD 24J | KG–05 | 488 | 0.6 mi |
| Battle Creek Elementary School Elementary · Salem-Keizer SD 24J | KG–05 | 426 | 1.3 mi |
| Sumpter Elementary School Elementary · Salem-Keizer SD 24J | KG–05 | 451 | 2.2 mi |
| Morningside Elementary School Elementary · Salem-Keizer SD 24J | KG–05 | 311 | 2.5 mi |
| Wright Elementary School Elementary · Salem-Keizer SD 24J | KG–05 | 378 | 2.7 mi |
| Liberty Elementary School Elementary · Salem-Keizer SD 24J | KG–05 | 400 | 3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Lee Elementary School
What grades does Lee Elementary School serve?
Lee Elementary School reports grades KG–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Salem-Keizer SD 24J.
How many students attend Lee Elementary School?
Lee Elementary School reported 336 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 52nd percentile among 713 Oregon elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 270 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Lee Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 21.7:1, based on 336 students and 15.47 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Oregon median for the same school level is 16.6:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Lee Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Lee Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Salem-Keizer SD 24J attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Lee Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
87.8% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Lee Elementary School in?
Lee Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24J, based in Salem, OR, which operates 65 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Lee Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Pringle Elementary School (0.6 mi), Battle Creek Elementary School (1.3 mi), Sumpter Elementary School (2.2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.