For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 941 students in 97361, OR (there are 1 private school, serving 27 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 97361, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 97361, OR are Monmouth Elementary School and Ash Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97361 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97361, OR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97361, OR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monmouth Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
958 E Church St
Monmouth, OR 97361
(503) 838-1433
Monmouth, OR 97361
(503) 838-1433
Gr: K-5 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Ash Creek Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1360 N 16th St
Monmouth, OR 97361
(503) 606-9016
Monmouth, OR 97361
(503) 606-9016
Gr: K-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97361, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97361, OR include Monmouth Elementary School and Ash Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97361?
2 public schools are located in 97361.
What percentage of students in 97361 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 97361 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97361?
97361 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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