For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,546 students in 97302, OR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97302, OR are Judson Middle School and Leslie Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 97302 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Oregon public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 97302, OR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public middle school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97302, OR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Judson Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4512 Jones Rd S
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3201
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3201
Gr: 6-8 | 811 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Leslie Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3850 Pringle Rd Se
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3206
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3206
Gr: 6-8 | 735 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
97302, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1515 Saginaw St S
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3130
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3130
Gr: K-2 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
2450 Strong Rd Se
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 986-0443
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 986-0443
Gr: 6-12 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 97302, OR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97302, OR include Judson Middle School and Leslie Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 97302?
2 public middle schools are located in 97302.
What is the racial composition of students in 97302?
97302 public middle schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public middle schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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