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Optimum Learning Environment Charter School

Elementary School · Salem-Keizer SD 24J

7905 June Reid Pl NE, Keizer, OR 97303

Charter

Enrollment

129

Student-Teacher

21.5:1

Score

5.2

Grades

1st – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#879 of 1,226

In Keizer

#3 of 11

public schools

In district

#22 of 65

Salem-Keizer SD 24J

Academic performance

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Optimum Learning Environment Charter School

5.2/10

Elementary School in Keizer · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.9/10

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About Optimum Learning Environment Charter School

Optimum Learning Environment Charter School is a public elementary school in Keizer, OR, part of Salem-Keizer SD 24J. Optimum Learning Environment Charter School serves approximately 129 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 21.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Optimum Learning Environment Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #879 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Optimum Learning Environment Charter School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 4.4
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 129 students, Optimum Learning Environment Charter School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Optimum Learning Environment Charter School runs 21.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Optimum Learning Environment Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.3% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.6% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+15.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.6 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected-5.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,770
Chronic Absenteeism26.4%

Optimum Learning Environment Charter School — Students at Optimum Learning Environment Charter School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 66.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 73.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 OSAS)

Based on 26 test records from OR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2025
Math
47.3%
ELA
48.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.6/10.

How Optimum Learning Environment Charter School Compares

See how Optimum Learning Environment Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
28th percentile in OR
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
6 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

7905 June Reid Pl NE, Keizer, OR 97303

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Optimum Learning Environment Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eagle Charter School (rated 8.8/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Salem), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clear Lake Elementary School (rated 5.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Forest Ridge Elementary School (rated 4.9/10), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Keizer, see our Keizer schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Forest Ridge Elementary School Keizer 0.0 mi 4.9
Clear Lake Elementary School Keizer 0.5 mi 5.6
Gubser Elementary School Keizer 1.3 mi 3.9
Whiteaker Middle School Keizer 1.9 mi 5.0
Keizer Elementary School Keizer 2.1 mi 2.5
McNary High School Keizer 2.4 mi 5.2
Kennedy Elementary School Keizer 2.7 mi 4.9
Cummings Elementary School Keizer 3.1 mi 2.7
Chemawa Indian School Salem 2.9 mi
Weddle Elementary School Keizer 3.3 mi 2.5
Claggett Creek Middle School Keizer 3.4 mi 3.6
Hallman Elementary School Salem 4.1 mi 3.0
WILLAMETTE VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Salem 3.2 mi 6.2
WESTERN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Salem 3.6 mi 5.3
Oregon School for the Deaf Salem 4.7 mi 5.0
Eagle Charter School Salem 4.7 mi 8.8
Jane Goodall Environmental Middle Charter School Salem 4.7 mi 7.7
Hayesville Elementary School Salem 4.2 mi 3.2
Early College High School Salem 4.5 mi 9.7
Washington Elementary School Salem 4.9 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,057

Median Home Value

$396,700

Median Rent

$1,361/mo

Population

40,893

College Educated

27%

Homeownership

62.5%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

36.8

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CLASS ACADEMY Portland, OR 5.4
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Arthur Academy Portland, OR 4.9
Pioneer Elementary School Ontario, OR 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Optimum Learning Environment Charter School

What grades does Optimum Learning Environment Charter School serve?

Optimum Learning Environment Charter School serves students in grades 1st through 5th.

How many students attend Optimum Learning Environment Charter School?

Optimum Learning Environment Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 129 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Optimum Learning Environment Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Optimum Learning Environment Charter School is 21.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Optimum Learning Environment Charter School rank in OR?

Optimum Learning Environment Charter School ranks #879 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Optimum Learning Environment Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Optimum Learning Environment Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Optimum Learning Environment Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Optimum Learning Environment Charter School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Optimum Learning Environment Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Optimum Learning Environment Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Optimum Learning Environment Charter School a Title I school?

No, Optimum Learning Environment Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
20 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Marion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.4%

District

Salem-Keizer SD 24J
District Enrollment
38,818
Schools in District
65
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,770
District Rank
#22 of 65

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