For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 935 students in 97918, OR.
The top-ranked public schools in 97918, OR are Willowcreek Elementary School, Vale High School and Vale Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97918 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97918, OR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97918, OR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Willowcreek Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2300 9th Ave W
Vale, OR 97918
(541) 473-2345
Vale, OR 97918
(541) 473-2345
Gr: 1-8 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Vale High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
505 Viking Dr
Vale, OR 97918
(541) 473-3181
Vale, OR 97918
(541) 473-3181
Gr: 9-12 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Vale Middle School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
505 Viking Dr
Vale, OR 97918
(541) 473-0241
Vale, OR 97918
(541) 473-0241
Gr: 7-8 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Vale Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
403 E St W
Vale, OR 97918
(541) 473-3291
Vale, OR 97918
(541) 473-3291
Gr: K-6 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97918, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97918, OR include Willowcreek Elementary School, Vale High School and Vale Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 97918?
4 public schools are located in 97918.
What is the racial composition of students in 97918?
97918 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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