For the 2025-26 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,153 students in 97741, OR.
The top ranked public schools in 97741, OR are Big Muddy Elementary School, Buff Elementary School and 509j On-line. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97741 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97741, OR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97741, OR Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Big Muddy Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 Muddy Road
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-6192
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-6192
Gr: K-8 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Buff Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
375 Se Buff St
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-2457
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-2457
Gr: K-5 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
509j On-line
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
410 Sw 4th St
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-4820
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-4820
Gr: K-8 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #44.
Jefferson County Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1180 Se Kemper Way
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-7253
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-7253
Gr: 6-8 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Madras Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
215 Se 10th St
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-3520
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-3520
Gr: K-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Metolius Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
420 Butte Ave Sw
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 546-3104
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 546-3104
Gr: K-5 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #77.
Madras High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
390 Se 10th St
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-7265
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-7265
Gr: 9-12 | 765 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #88.
Bridges High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
410 Sw 4th St
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-4820
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-4820
Gr: 9-12 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97741, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97741, OR include Big Muddy Elementary School, Buff Elementary School and 509j On-line.
How many public schools are located in 97741?
8 public schools are located in 97741.
What is the racial composition of students in 97741?
97741 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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