For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,913 students in 97360, OR.
The top-ranked public schools in 97360, OR are Santiam Elementary School and Santiam Junior/senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97360 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97360, OR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97360, OR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Santiam Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
450 Sw Evergreen St
Mill City, OR 97360
(503) 897-2368
Mill City, OR 97360
(503) 897-2368
Gr: K-5 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Santiam Junior/senior High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
300 Sw Cedar St
Mill City, OR 97360
(503) 897-2311
Mill City, OR 97360
(503) 897-2311
Gr: 6-12 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
97360, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
450 Sw Evergreen St
Mill City, OR 97360
(503) 897-2368
Mill City, OR 97360
(503) 897-2368
Gr: 5-8 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97360, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97360, OR include Santiam Elementary School and Santiam Junior/senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 97360?
3 public schools are located in 97360.
What is the racial composition of students in 97360?
97360 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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