For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,184 students in 97304, OR (there are 2 private schools, serving 261 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 97304, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 97304, OR are Kalapuya Elementary School, Brush College Elementary School and Myers Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97304 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97304, OR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97304, OR Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kalapuya Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2085 Wilmington Ave Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-2110
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-2110
Grades: K-5
| 512 students
Rank: #22.
Brush College Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2623 Doaks Ferry Rd Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3132
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3132
Grades: K-5
| 307 students
Rank: #33.
Myers Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2160 Jewel St Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3175
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3175
Grades: K-5
| 344 students
Rank: #44.
Straub Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1920 Wilmington Ave Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-2030
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-2030
Grades: 6-8
| 561 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Chapman Hill Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1500 Doaks Ferry Rd Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3195
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3195
Grades: K-5
| 369 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Walker Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1075 8th St Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3220
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3220
Grades: 6-8
| 556 students
Rank: #77.
West Salem High School
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1776 Titan Way
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-5533
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-5533
Grades: 9-12
| 1,733 students
Rank: #88.
Harritt Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2112 Linwood St Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3457
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3457
Grades: K-5
| 469 students
Rank: #99.
Hayesville Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4545 Ward Dr Ne
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3153
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3153
Grades: K-5
| 333 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97304, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97304, OR include Kalapuya Elementary School, Brush College Elementary School and Myers Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97304?
9 public schools are located in 97304.
What percentage of students in 97304 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 97304 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97304?
97304 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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