For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,585 students in 97304, OR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 97304, OR are Kalapuya Elementary School, Brush College Elementary School and Myers Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 97304 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 97304, OR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public elementary school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97304, OR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kalapuya Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2085 Wilmington Ave Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-2110
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-2110
Grades: K-5
| 508 students
Rank: #22.
Brush College Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2623 Doaks Ferry Rd Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3132
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3132
Grades: K-5
| 265 students
Rank: #33.
Myers Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2160 Jewel St Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3175
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3175
Grades: K-5
| 349 students
Rank: #44.
Straub Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1920 Wilmington Ave Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-2030
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-2030
Grades: 6-8
| 571 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Chapman Hill Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1500 Doaks Ferry Rd Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3195
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3195
Grades: K-5
| 354 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Walker Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1075 8th St Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3220
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3220
Grades: 6-8
| 581 students
Rank: #77.
Harritt Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2112 Linwood St Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3457
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3457
Grades: K-5
| 518 students
Rank: #88.
Hayesville Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4545 Ward Dr Ne
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3153
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3153
Grades: K-5
| 439 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 97304, OR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 97304, OR include Kalapuya Elementary School, Brush College Elementary School and Myers Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 97304?
8 public elementary schools are located in 97304.
What is the racial composition of students in 97304?
97304 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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