Leslie Middle School

leslie.salkeiz.k12.or.us/

735 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Leslie Middle School, located in Salem, Oregon, is part of the Salem-Keizer Public Schools district. Serving a diverse student population, the school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that prepares students for the academic and social challenges of high school and beyond. The school emphasizes a well-rounded education, offering a variety of core academic subjects alongside elective opportunities that allow students to explore their interests and develop new skills.

Beyond the classroom, Leslie Middle School places a strong focus on community and student engagement. The school encourages participation in extracurricular activities, sports, and clubs, which help to build school spirit and provide students with a sense of belonging. With a dedicated staff and a mission centered on student success and personal growth, Leslie Middle School serves as a foundational pillar for its neighborhood, striving to ensure every student feels valued and equipped to achieve their potential.

735

Total Students

36.6

Full-Time Teachers

20.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

87.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Leslie Middle School
Demographic	Student Count
White	360
Hispanic	269
Black	15
Asian	14
Two or More	52
American Indian	4
Pacific Islander	14

White
360 (49.5%)
Hispanic
269 (37.0%)
Two or More
52 (7.1%)
Black
15 (2.1%)
Asian
14 (1.9%)
Pacific Islander
14 (1.9%)
American Indian
4 (0.5%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Salem-Keizer SD 24J
Phone:	(503)399-3206
Website:	http://leslie.salkeiz.k12.or.us/
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	735
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	36.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	20.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	646
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 6 236

Grade 7 239

Grade 8 260

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Leslie Middle School
Grade	Student Count
Grade 6	236
Grade 7	239
Grade 8	260

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Leslie Middle School
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	330	44.9%
Male	398	54.1%
Not Specified	7	1%

Middle School 6th - 8th