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 (2024-25)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
53 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
28%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
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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