For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 706 students in 97317, OR (there are 1 private school, serving 137 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 97317, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 97317, OR are Miller Elementary School and Four Corners Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97317 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97317, OR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97317, OR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Miller Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1650 46th Pl Se
Salem, OR 97317
(503) 399-3332
Salem, OR 97317
(503) 399-3332
Grades: K-5
| 344 students
Rank: #22.
Four Corners Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
500 Elma Ave Se
Salem, OR 97317
(503) 399-3145
Salem, OR 97317
(503) 399-3145
Grades: K-5
| 362 students
97317, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6580 State St
Salem, OR 97317
(503) 399-3131
Salem, OR 97317
(503) 399-3131
Grades: 3-5
| 64 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97317, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97317, OR include Miller Elementary School and Four Corners Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97317?
2 public schools are located in 97317.
What percentage of students in 97317 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 97317 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97317?
97317 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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