West Salem High School

www.westsalemhigh.com

1,733 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

West Salem High School, located at 1776 Titan Way in Salem, Oregon, serves as a prominent secondary educational institution within the Salem-Keizer School District. As a large comprehensive high school, it offers a diverse academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, including advanced placement (AP) courses, career-technical education (CTE) pathways, and a wide array of elective programs. The school fosters a vibrant campus culture centered on its mascot, the Titan, and places a strong emphasis on community involvement and academic excellence.

Beyond the classroom, West Salem High School is widely recognized for its robust extracurricular offerings, which play a significant role in student life. The school maintains a highly competitive athletic program, complemented by an extensive selection of clubs, performing arts groups, and student leadership opportunities. By prioritizing a well-rounded educational experience, West Salem aims to develop students who are not only academically proficient but also engaged, responsible citizens prepared for the challenges of life after graduation.

1,733

Total Students

72.3

Full-Time Teachers

24.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

82.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for West Salem High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,023
Hispanic	435
Black	28
Asian	38
Two or More	153
American Indian	18
Pacific Islander	16

White
1,023 (59.8 %)
Hispanic
435 (25.4 %)
Two or More
153 (8.9 %)
Asian
38 (2.2 %)
Black
28 (1.6 %)
American Indian
18 (1.1 %)
Pacific Islander
16 (0.9 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Salem-Keizer SD 24J
Phone:	(503)399-5533
Website:	http://www.westsalemhigh.com
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,733
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	72.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	24.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,437
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 458

Grade 10 456

Grade 11 432

Grade 12 387