For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 6,363 students in 97305, OR (there are , serving 293 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 97305, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 97305, OR are Early College High School, Pratum Elementary School and Valley Inquiry Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97305 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97305, OR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97305, OR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Early College High School
Alternative School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4071 Winema Pl Bldg 50
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 365-4800
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 365-4800
Gr: 9-12 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Pratum Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8995 Sunnyview Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 362-8812
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 362-8812
Gr: K-8 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Valley Inquiry Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5774 Hazelgreen Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3150
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3150
Gr: K-5 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Yoshikai Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4900 Jade St Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3438
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3438
Gr: K-5 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #55.
Hammond Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4900 Bayne St Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3454
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3454
Gr: K-5 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #66.
Cesar E Chavez Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Walker Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-2571
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-2571
Gr: K-5 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #77.
Stephens Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4962 Haysville Dr Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3442
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3442
Gr: 6-8 | 1,041 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #88.
Lamb Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4930 Herrin Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3477
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3477
Gr: K-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #99.
Scott Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4700 Arizona Ave Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3302
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3302
Gr: K-5 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #1010.
Mckay High School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2440 Lancaster Dr Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3080
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3080
Gr: 9-12 | 2,299 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
3700 Chemawa Rd. Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-5721
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-5721
Gr: 9-12 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
97305, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Barbara Roberts High School And Secondary Programs (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
4071 Winema Pl, Bldg 50
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3105
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3105
Gr: 6-12 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
10327 River Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 393-5977
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 393-5977
Gr: K-1 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
5774 Hazel Green Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3150
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3150
Gr: K-5 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
7495 Portland Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3159
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3159
Gr: K-5 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
4950 Silverton Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3171
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3171
Gr: K-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97305, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97305, OR include Early College High School, Pratum Elementary School and Valley Inquiry Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 97305?
11 public schools are located in 97305.
What percentage of students in 97305 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 97305 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97305?
97305 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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