Best 97304 Oregon Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,152 students in 97304, OR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97304, OR are Straub Middle School and Walker Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 97304 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Oregon public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 97304, OR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public middle school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).

Best 97304, OR Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Straub Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1920 Wilmington Ave Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-2030
Gr: 6-8 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Walker Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1075 8th St Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3220
Gr: 6-8 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 50%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 97304, OR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97304, OR include Straub Middle School and Walker Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 97304?
2 public middle schools are located in 97304.
What is the racial composition of students in 97304?
97304 public middle schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public middle schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).

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