For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,149 students in 97351, OR.
The top-ranked public schools in 97351, OR are Central High School, Talmadge Middle School and Independence Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97351 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97351, OR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97351, OR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1530 Monmouth St
Independence, OR 97351
(503) 838-0480
Independence, OR 97351
(503) 838-0480
Gr: 9-12 | 1,008 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Talmadge Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
51 16th Street
Independence, OR 97351
(503) 606-2252
Independence, OR 97351
(503) 606-2252
Gr: 6-8 | 716 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Independence Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
150 S 4th St
Independence, OR 97351
(503) 838-1322
Independence, OR 97351
(503) 838-1322
Gr: K-5 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
97351, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
750 5th St
Independence, OR 97351
(503) 838-1828
Independence, OR 97351
(503) 838-1828
Gr: K-5 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Poyama Land (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
460 Greenwood Rd
Independence, OR 97351
(503) 838-6431
Independence, OR 97351
(503) 838-6431
Gr: Inquire with school | 20 students Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97351, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97351, OR include Central High School, Talmadge Middle School and Independence Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97351?
3 public schools are located in 97351.
What is the racial composition of students in 97351?
97351 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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