For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,761 students in 97527, OR (there are 1 private school, serving 217 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 97527, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 97527, OR are Fruitdale Elementary School, Allen Dale Elementary School and Redwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97527 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97527, OR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97527, OR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fruitdale Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1560 Bill Baker Way
Grants Pass, OR 97527
(541) 476-2276
Grants Pass, OR 97527
(541) 476-2276
Gr: K-5 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Allen Dale Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2320 Williams Hwy
Grants Pass, OR 97527
(541) 474-5760
Grants Pass, OR 97527
(541) 474-5760
Gr: K-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Redwood Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3163 Leonard Rd
Grants Pass, OR 97527
(541) 474-5775
Grants Pass, OR 97527
(541) 474-5775
Gr: K-5 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
South Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
350 W Harbeck Rd
Grants Pass, OR 97527
(541) 474-5750
Grants Pass, OR 97527
(541) 474-5750
Gr: 6-8 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #55.
Madrona Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
520 Detrick Dr
Grants Pass, OR 97527
(541) 476-6624
Grants Pass, OR 97527
(541) 476-6624
Gr: K-5 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #66.
Lincoln Savage Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8551 New Hope Rd
Grants Pass, OR 97527
(541) 862-2171
Grants Pass, OR 97527
(541) 862-2171
Gr: 6-8 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #77.
Hidden Valley High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
651 Murphy Creek Rd
Grants Pass, OR 97527
(541) 862-2124
Grants Pass, OR 97527
(541) 862-2124
Gr: 9-12 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97527, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97527, OR include Fruitdale Elementary School, Allen Dale Elementary School and Redwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97527?
7 public schools are located in 97527.
What percentage of students in 97527 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 97527 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97527?
97527 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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