For the 2025 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 7,337 students in 97303, OR (there are 1 private school, serving 222 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 97303, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 97303, OR are Optimum Learning Environment Charter School, Clear Lake Elementary School and Whiteaker Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97303 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97303, OR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97303, OR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Optimum Learning Environment Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7905 June Reid Pl Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-5548
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-5548
Grades: 1-5
| 129 students
Rank: #22.
Clear Lake Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7425 Meadowglen St N
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3138
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3138
Grades: K-5
| 334 students
Rank: #33.
Whiteaker Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1605 Lockhaven Dr Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3224
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3224
Grades: 6-8
| 732 students
Rank: #44.
Gubser Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6610 14th Ave Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3275
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3275
Grades: K-5
| 408 students
Rank: #55.
Mcnary High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
595 Chemawa Rd N
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3233
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3233
Grades: 9-12
| 2,058 students
Rank: #66.
Forest Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7905 June Reid Pl Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-5548
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-5548
Grades: K-5
| 218 students
Rank: #77.
Claggett Creek Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1810 Alder Dr Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3701
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3701
Grades: 6-8
| 785 students
Rank: #88.
Keizer Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5600 Mcclure St N
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3161
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3161
Grades: K-5
| 544 students
Rank: #99.
Kennedy Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4912 Noren Ave Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3163
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3163
Grades: K-5
| 353 students
Rank: #1010.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3165 Lansing Ave Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3193
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3193
Grades: K-5
| 363 students
Rank: #1111.
Cummings Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
613 Cummings Ln N
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3141
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3141
Grades: K-5
| 416 students
Rank: #1212.
Hallman Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4000 Deerhaven Dr Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3451
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3451
Grades: K-5
| 356 students
Rank: #13 - 1413. - 14.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
530 Highland Ave Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3155
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3155
Grades: K-5
| 294 students
Rank: #13 - 1413. - 14.
Weddle Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1825 Alder Dr Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3604
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3604
Grades: K-5
| 347 students
97303, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
7990 Wheatland Rd North
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3569
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3569
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97303, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97303, OR include Optimum Learning Environment Charter School, Clear Lake Elementary School and Whiteaker Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 97303?
14 public schools are located in 97303.
What percentage of students in 97303 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 97303 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97303?
97303 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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