For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,710 students in 97321, OR (there are 6 private schools, serving 480 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 97321, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 97321, OR are Oak Grove Elementary School, North Albany Elementary School and Liberty Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97321 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97321, OR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97321, OR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oak Grove Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1500 Oak Grove Dr Nw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4596
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4596
Grades: K-5
| 345 students
Rank: #22.
North Albany Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
815 Thornton Lake Dr Nw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4588
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4588
Grades: K-5
| 288 students
Rank: #33.
Liberty Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2345 Liberty St Sw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4578
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4578
Grades: K-5
| 304 students
Rank: #44.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
336 9th Ave Sw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4561
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4561
Grades: 3-5
| 136 students
Rank: #55.
West Albany High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1130 Queen Ave Sw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4545
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4545
Grades: 9-12
| 1,282 students
Rank: #66.
North Albany Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1205 North Albany Rd Nw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4541
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4541
Grades: 6-8
| 474 students
Rank: #77.
Takena Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1210 12th Ave Sw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4613
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4613
Grades: K-2
| 122 students
Rank: #88.
Memorial Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1050 Queen Ave Sw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4537
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4537
Grades: 6-8
| 526 students
Rank: #99.
Waverly Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
425 Columbus St Se
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4617
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4617
Grades: K-5
| 233 students
97321, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1005 Springhill Dr Nw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 704-1021
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 704-1021
Grades: K-2
| 94 students
5355 Scenic Dr Nw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4570
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4570
Grades: K-1
| 125 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97321, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97321, OR include Oak Grove Elementary School, North Albany Elementary School and Liberty Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97321?
9 public schools are located in 97321.
What percentage of students in 97321 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 97321 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97321?
97321 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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