For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 617 students in 97530, OR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 97530, OR are Jacksonville Elementary School, Ruch Outdoor Community School and Applegate Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 97530 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 97530, OR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97530, OR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jacksonville Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
655 Hueners Ln
Jacksonville, OR 97530
(541) 842-3790
Jacksonville, OR 97530
(541) 842-3790
Gr: K-5 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Ruch Outdoor Community School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
156 Upper Applegate Rd
Jacksonville, OR 97530
(541) 842-3850
Jacksonville, OR 97530
(541) 842-3850
Gr: K-8 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Applegate Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14188 Hwy 238
Jacksonville, OR 97530
(541) 846-6280
Jacksonville, OR 97530
(541) 846-6280
Gr: K-8 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 97530, OR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 97530, OR include Jacksonville Elementary School, Ruch Outdoor Community School and Applegate Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 97530?
3 public elementary schools are located in 97530.
What is the racial composition of students in 97530?
97530 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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