For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,721 students in 97321, OR (there are 6 private schools, serving 460 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 97321, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 97321, OR are Oak Grove Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School and North Albany Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97321 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97321, OR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97321, OR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak Grove Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1500 Oak Grove Dr Nw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4596
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4596
Gr: K-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Liberty Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2345 Liberty St Sw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4578
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4578
Gr: K-5 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
North Albany Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
815 Thornton Lake Dr Nw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4588
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4588
Gr: K-5 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
West Albany High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1130 Queen Ave Sw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4545
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4545
Gr: 9-12 | 1,297 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #55.
North Albany Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1205 North Albany Rd Nw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4541
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4541
Gr: 6-8 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #66.
Takena Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1210 12th Ave Sw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4613
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4613
Gr: K-2 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #77.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
336 9th Ave Sw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4561
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4561
Gr: 3-5 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #88.
Memorial Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1050 Queen Ave Sw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4537
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4537
Gr: 6-8 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #99.
Waverly Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
425 Columbus St Se
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4617
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4617
Gr: K-5 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97321, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97321, OR include Oak Grove Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School and North Albany Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97321?
9 public schools are located in 97321.
What percentage of students in 97321 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 97321 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97321?
97321 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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