For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,475 students in 97424, OR (there are 1 private school, serving 13 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 97424, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 97424, OR are Academy For Character Education, Harrison Elementary School and Cottage Grove High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97424 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97424, OR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97424, OR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Academy For Character Education
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
195 N 6th Street, Bldg. C
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-9707
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-9707
Grades: K-12
| 298 students
Rank: #22.
Harrison Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1000 Taylor Ave
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-3389
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-3389
Grades: K-5
| 454 students
Rank: #33.
Cottage Grove High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1375 S River Rd
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-3391
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-3391
Grades: 9-12
| 674 students
Rank: #44.
Bohemia Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
721 S R St
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-3313
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-3313
Grades: K-5
| 410 students
Rank: #55.
London School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
73288 London Rd
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-0183
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-0183
Grades: K-8
| 64 students
Rank: #66.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1565 S 4th St
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-3316
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-3316
Grades: 6-8
| 491 students
Rank: #77.
Al Kennedy High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
79980 Delight Valley School Rd
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-1962
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-1962
Grades: 9-12
| 84 students
97424, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Blue Mountain Charter School (Closed 2010)
Charter School
76132 Blue Mtn School Rd
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-7764
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-7764
Grades: K-12
| 53 students
79980 Delight Valley
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-5568
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-5568
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
32112 Latham Rd
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-0147
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-0147
Grades: K-5
| 78 students
79980 Delight Valley School Rd
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 623-0159
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 623-0159
Grades: K-12
| 62 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97424, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97424, OR include Academy For Character Education, Harrison Elementary School and Cottage Grove High School.
How many public schools are located in 97424?
7 public schools are located in 97424.
What percentage of students in 97424 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 97424 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97424?
97424 public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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