For the 2024-25 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 7,604 students in 97303, OR (there are 2 private schools, serving 303 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 97303, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 97303, OR are Optimum Learning Environment Charter School, Clear Lake Elementary School and Whiteaker Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97303 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97303, OR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97303, OR Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Optimum Learning Environment Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7905 June Reid Pl Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-5548
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-5548
Grades: 1-5
| 131 students
Rank: #22.
Clear Lake Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7425 Meadowglen St N
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3138
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3138
Grades: K-5
| 336 students
Rank: #33.
Whiteaker Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1605 Lockhaven Dr Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3224
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3224
Grades: 6-8
| 682 students
Rank: #44.
Gubser Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6610 14th Ave Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3275
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3275
Grades: K-5
| 426 students
Rank: #55.
Mcnary High School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
595 Chemawa Rd N
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3233
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3233
Grades: 9-12
| 2,081 students
Rank: #66.
Forest Ridge Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7905 June Reid Pl Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-5548
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-5548
Grades: K-5
| 230 students
Rank: #77.
Claggett Creek Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1810 Alder Dr Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3701
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3701
Grades: 6-8
| 829 students
Rank: #88.
Keizer Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5600 Mcclure St N
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3161
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3161
Grades: K-5
| 561 students
Rank: #99.
Kennedy Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4912 Noren Ave Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3163
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3163
Grades: K-5
| 357 students
Rank: #1010.
Washington Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3165 Lansing Ave Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3193
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3193
Grades: K-5
| 371 students
Rank: #1111.
Cummings Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
613 Cummings Ln N
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3141
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3141
Grades: K-5
| 435 students
Rank: #1212.
Hallman Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4000 Deerhaven Dr Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3451
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3451
Grades: K-5
| 366 students
Rank: #13 - 1413. - 14.
Highland Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
530 Highland Ave Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3155
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3155
Grades: K-5
| 347 students
Rank: #13 - 1413. - 14.
Weddle Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1825 Alder Dr Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3604
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3604
Grades: K-5
| 356 students
Rank: n/an/a
Oregon School For The Deaf
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
999-a Locust St Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 378-3825
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 378-3825
Grades: K-12
| 96 students
97303, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
7990 Wheatland Rd North
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3569
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3569
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97303, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97303, OR include Optimum Learning Environment Charter School, Clear Lake Elementary School and Whiteaker Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 97303?
15 public schools are located in 97303.
What percentage of students in 97303 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 97303 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97303?
97303 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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