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Best Salem Public Charter Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public charter schools serving 725 students in Salem, OR.
The top-ranked public charter schools in Salem, OR are Howard Street Charter, Jane Goodall Environmental Middle Charter School and Optimum Learning Environment Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salem, OR public charter schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Oregon public charter school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 51% statewide average). Charter schools in Salem have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Oregon public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public charter school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Charter Schools in Salem, OR (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Howard Street Charter
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
625 Marion St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3408
Gr: 6-8 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 186:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Jane Goodall Environmental Middle Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
999b Locust St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-7070
Gr: 6-8 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Optimum Learning Environment Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
7905 June Reid Pl Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-5548
Gr: 1-5 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Eagle Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
999a Locust Ave Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 339-7114
Gr: K-5 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #55.
Valley Inquiry Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
5774 Hazelgreen Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3150
Gr: K-5 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
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Salem, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
21st Century Community Schoolhouse High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
210 Liberty St Se
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 763-8958
Gr: 9-12 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Baker Elementary School (Closed 2004)
1515 Saginaw St S
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3130
Gr: K-2 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Barbara Roberts High School And Secondary Programs (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
4071 Winema Pl, Bldg 50
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3105
Gr: 6-12 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Bethel Elementary School (Closed 2012)
6580 State St
Salem, OR 97317
(503) 399-3131
Gr: 3-5 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Eldriedge Elementary School (Closed 2014)
10327 River Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 393-5977
Gr: K-1 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Fruitland Elementary School (Closed 2012)
6425 Fruitland Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3148
Gr: K-2 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Grant Community Middle School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
725 Market St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3151
Gr: K-8 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 222:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Hazel Green Elementary School (Closed 2013)
5774 Hazel Green Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3150
Gr: K-5 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Lake Labish Elementary School (Closed 2012)
7495 Portland Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3159
Gr: K-5 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Middle Grove Elementary School (Closed 2013)
4950 Silverton Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3171
Gr: K-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Migrant Primary School (Closed 2012)
7990 Wheatland Rd North
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3569
Gr: Inquire with school
Oregon School For The Blind (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
700 Church St Se
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 378-3820
Gr: K-12 | 2 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Robert S Farrell High School (Closed 2018)
2450 Strong Rd Se
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 986-0443
Gr: 6-12 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rosedale Elementary School (Closed 2013)
6974 Bates Rd South
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3186
Gr: K-5 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
West Salem Language Academy (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
Po Box 12024
Salem, OR 97309
(503) 581-0430
Gr: K-3 | 115 students Minority enrollment: 48%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public charter schools in Salem, OR?
How many public charter schools are located in Salem?
5 public charter schools are located in Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in Salem?
Salem public charter schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public charter schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Which public charter schools in Salem are often viewed compared to one another?

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