For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 129 students in 97303, OR.
The top-ranked public charter school in 97303, OR is Optimum Learning Environment Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 97303 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Oregon public charter school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Charter schools in 97303, OR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public charter school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97303, OR Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Optimum Learning Environment Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | 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
Gr: 1-5 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
97303, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7990 Wheatland Rd North
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3569
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3569
Gr: Inquire with school
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 97303, OR?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 97303, OR include Optimum Learning Environment Charter School.
How many public charter schools are located in 97303?
1 public charter schools are located in 97303.
What is the racial composition of students in 97303?
97303 public charter schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public charter schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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