For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,980 students in 97306, OR (there are 2 private schools, serving 370 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 97306, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 97306, OR are Sumpter Elementary School, Pringle Elementary School and Crossler Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97306 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97306, OR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97306, OR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sumpter Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
525 Rockwood St Se
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3337
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3337
Gr: K-5 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Pringle Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5500 Reed Ln Se
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3178
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3178
Gr: K-5 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Crossler Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1155 Davis Rd S
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3444
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3444
Gr: 6-8 | 833 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Battle Creek Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1640 Waln Dr Se
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-2062
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-2062
Gr: K-5 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #55.
Liberty Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4871 Liberty Rd S
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3165
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3165
Gr: K-5 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #66.
Lee Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5650 Venice St Se
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-5570
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-5570
Gr: K-5 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
97306, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6974 Bates Rd South
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3186
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3186
Gr: K-5 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97306, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97306, OR include Sumpter Elementary School, Pringle Elementary School and Crossler Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 97306?
6 public schools are located in 97306.
What percentage of students in 97306 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 97306 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97306?
97306 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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