For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 182 students in 97434, OR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 97434, OR are Childs Way Charter School and Dorena School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 97434 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 97434, OR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public elementary school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97434, OR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Childs Way Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
37895 Row River Rd
Dorena, OR 97434
(541) 946-1821
Dorena, OR 97434
(541) 946-1821
Grades: K-12
| 96 students
Rank: #22.
Dorena School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
37141 Row River Rd
Dorena, OR 97434
(541) 946-1506
Dorena, OR 97434
(541) 946-1506
Grades: K-8
| 86 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 97434, OR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 97434, OR include Childs Way Charter School and Dorena School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 97434?
2 public elementary schools are located in 97434.
What is the racial composition of students in 97434?
97434 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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