For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,562 students in 97383, OR (there are , serving 474 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 97383, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 97383, OR are North Santiam Options Academy, Stayton Elementary School and Stayton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97383 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97383, OR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97383, OR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Santiam Options Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
757 W Locust St
Stayton, OR 97383
(503) 769-4928
Stayton, OR 97383
(503) 769-4928
Grades: K-12
| 102 students
Rank: #22.
Stayton Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
875 N 3rd
Stayton, OR 97383
(503) 769-2336
Stayton, OR 97383
(503) 769-2336
Grades: K-3
| 327 students
Rank: #33.
Stayton High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
757 W Locust St
Stayton, OR 97383
(503) 769-2171
Stayton, OR 97383
(503) 769-2171
Grades: 9-12
| 676 students
Rank: #44.
Stayton Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1021 Shaff Rd
Stayton, OR 97383
(503) 769-2198
Stayton, OR 97383
(503) 769-2198
Grades: 4-8
| 457 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97383, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97383, OR include North Santiam Options Academy, Stayton Elementary School and Stayton High School.
How many public schools are located in 97383?
4 public schools are located in 97383.
What percentage of students in 97383 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 97383 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97383?
97383 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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