For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 142 students in 97453, OR.
The top ranked public schools in 97453, OR are Mapleton Jr/sr High School and Mapleton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97453 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97453, OR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97453, OR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mapleton Jr/sr High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10868 E Mapleton Rd
Mapleton, OR 97453
(541) 268-4322
Mapleton, OR 97453
(541) 268-4322
Grades: 7-12
| 65 students
Rank: #22.
Mapleton Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10870 E Mapleton Rd
Mapleton, OR 97453
(541) 268-4471
Mapleton, OR 97453
(541) 268-4471
Grades: K-6
| 77 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97453, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97453, OR include Mapleton Jr/sr High School and Mapleton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97453?
2 public schools are located in 97453.
What is the racial composition of students in 97453?
97453 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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