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Best 97302 Oregon Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 7,233 students in 97302, OR (there are 7 private schools, serving 686 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 97302, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 97302, OR are Wright Elementary School, Morningside Elementary School and Candalaria Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97302 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97302, OR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).

Best 97302, OR Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wright Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4060 Lone Oak Rd Se
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3198
Gr: K-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Morningside Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3513 12th St Se
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3173
Gr: K-5 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Candalaria Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
935 Hansen Ave S
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3136
Gr: K-5 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Schirle Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4875 Justice Way S
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3277
Gr: K-5 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #55.
Judson Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4512 Jones Rd S
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3201
Gr: 6-8 | 811 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #66.
Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
466 Mcgilchrist St Se
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3167
Gr: K-5 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #77.
Leslie Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3850 Pringle Rd Se
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3206
Gr: 6-8 | 735 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #88.
South Salem High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1910 Church St Se
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3252
Gr: 9-12 | 2,195 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #99.
Salem Heights Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3495 Liberty Rd S
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3187
Gr: K-5 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #1010.
Sprague High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2373 Kuebler Blvd S
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3261
Gr: 9-12 | 1,712 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 38%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 97302, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97302, OR include Wright Elementary School, Morningside Elementary School and Candalaria Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97302?
10 public schools are located in 97302.
What percentage of students in 97302 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 97302 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97302?
97302 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).

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