For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 559 students in 97396, OR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 97396, OR are Willamina Elementary School and Willamina Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 97396 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 97396, OR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Oregon public elementary school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97396, OR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Willamina Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Oaken Hills Dr
Willamina, OR 97396
(503) 876-2374
Willamina, OR 97396
(503) 876-2374
Gr: K-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Willamina Middle School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Oaken Hills Dr
Willamina, OR 97396
(503) 876-2545
Willamina, OR 97396
(503) 876-2545
Gr: 6-8 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 97396, OR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 97396, OR include Willamina Elementary School and Willamina Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 97396?
2 public elementary schools are located in 97396.
What is the racial composition of students in 97396?
97396 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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