Salem Family YMCA is home to over 200 programs that serve thousands of people in our community.
Just like our tag line promises, YMCA programs directly impact the entire community through strengthening kids, families and adults.
You're invited to become part of our non-profit association, and part of our success.
The Salem Family YMCA has served its members well in matters of "Spirit, Mind, and Body" for more than a century, making a lasting impact on the Salem community at large, meeting special needs and coming up with innovative programs for the future.
Services to our community increased as the physical facilities grew over the years past.
On May 4, 1892, the Y opened its first quarters on the second floor of the Patton Block on the south side of State Street, near Commercial Street.
By 1900, it had moved several times: to a second home in the Gray Building at Liberty & State; to the upper floor of J.C.
Brown Hardware, 120 North Commercial; to the Hughes Building on the south side of State near High.
On December 24, 1901, the Y was in a building it owned at Commercial and Chemeketa.
In about 1910, an indoor pool, Salem's first, was built on the first floor.
A gym and other club areas occupied the other floors.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked OR School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Salem Family Ymca Preschool & Kindergarten ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
AP Courses
School History
School Resources
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1892
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Guided by our core values: caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
Student Body
Total Students
53 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
28%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Salem Family Ymca Preschool & Kindergarten often compared to?
Salem Family Ymca Preschool & Kindergarten is often viewed alongside schools like St. John Lutheran Prekindergarten And Kindergarten by visitors of our site.
What is Salem Family Ymca Preschool & Kindergarten's ranking?
Salem Family Ymca Preschool & Kindergarten ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for: Most AP courses offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Salem Family Ymca Preschool & Kindergarten?
The application deadline for Salem Family Ymca Preschool & Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Salem Family Ymca Preschool & Kindergarten located?
Salem Family Ymca Preschool & Kindergarten is located in the Central Area neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 4 other private schools located in Central Area.
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People that viewed Salem Family Ymca Preschool & Kindergarten also viewed these schools: Salem Child Development Center, Capital Christian School, Outlook Christian School, Willamette Valley Christian School and Faith Christian School.
The nearest high school to Salem Family Ymca Preschool & Kindergarten is Salem Academy Christian Schools (2.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Little Friends Montessori (0.1 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Salem Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: NS | 222 students 1 miles 1550 Fairgrounds Rd NE
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 363-9821
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 363-9821
1
NS
222
Grades: PK-5 | 192 students 0.4 miles 395 Marion Street NE
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 375-5764
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 375-5764
0.4
PK-5
192
Grades: K-12 | 70 students 3.2 miles 2638 Cascadia Industrial St.
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 371-7393
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 371-7393
3.2
K-12
70
Grades: PK-12 | 223 students 8.4 miles 9075 Pueblo Avenue NE
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 393-5236
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 393-5236
8.4
PK-12
223
Faith Christian School
(Assembly of God)
Grades: PK-8 | 183 students 11.8 miles 2290 E Ellendale Ave
Dallas, OR 97338
(503) 623-6632
Dallas, OR 97338
(503) 623-6632
11.8
PK-8
183
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