For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 9,101 students in 97501, OR (there are 4 private schools, serving 481 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 97501, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 97501, OR are Logos Charter School, North Medford High School and Griffin Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97501 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97501, OR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97501, OR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Logos Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1203 N Ross Ln
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 842-3658
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 842-3658
Gr: K-12 | 1,285 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
North Medford High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1900 N Keene Way Dr
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 842-3670
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 842-3670
Gr: 9-12 | 1,721 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Griffin Creek Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2430 Griffin Creek Rd
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 842-3740
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 842-3740
Gr: K-5 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
333 Holmes Ave
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 842-3800
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 842-3800
Gr: K-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #55.
Mcloughlin Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
320 W Second St
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 842-3720
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 842-3720
Gr: 6-8 | 826 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #66.
South Medford High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1551 Cunningham Ave
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 842-3680
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 842-3680
Gr: 9-12 | 1,856 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #77.
Oak Grove Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2838 W Main St
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 842-3830
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 842-3830
Gr: K-5 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #88.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
610 S Peach St
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 842-3860
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 842-3860
Gr: K-5 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #99.
Kids Unlimited Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
821 N Riverside Ave
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 774-3900
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 774-3900
Gr: PK-5 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #1010.
Howard Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
286 Mace Rd
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 842-3760
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 842-3760
Gr: K-5 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #1111.
Innovation Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1321 Center Dr
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 842-3669
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 842-3669
Gr: 9-12 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
815 S Oakdale Ave
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 842-3640
Medford, OR 97501
(541) 842-3640
Gr: 6-8 | 745 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97501, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97501, OR include Logos Charter School, North Medford High School and Griffin Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97501?
13 public schools are located in 97501.
What percentage of students in 97501 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 97501 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97501?
97501 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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