For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 901 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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97361, OR Public Schools (2026)
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 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
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 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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