For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,031 students in 97138, OR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 97138, OR are Pacific Ridge Elementary School, Jewell School and Seaside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 97138 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 97138, OR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97138, OR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pacific Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2000 Spruce Dr
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 738-5161
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 738-5161
Gr: K-5 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Jewell School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
83874 Hwy 103
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 755-2451
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 755-2451
Gr: PK-12 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Seaside Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2600 Spruce Dr Ste 200
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 738-5586
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 738-5586
Gr: 6-8 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 97138, OR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 97138, OR include Pacific Ridge Elementary School, Jewell School and Seaside Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 97138?
3 public elementary schools are located in 97138.
What is the racial composition of students in 97138?
97138 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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