For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,980 students in 97306, OR.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 97306 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 97306, OR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public elementary school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97306, OR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sumpter Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
525 Rockwood St Se
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3337
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3337
Grades: K-5
| 484 students
Rank: #22.
Pringle Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5500 Reed Ln Se
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3178
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3178
Grades: K-5
| 477 students
Rank: #33.
Crossler Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1155 Davis Rd S
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3444
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3444
Grades: 6-8
| 833 students
Rank: #44.
Liberty Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4871 Liberty Rd S
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3165
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3165
Grades: K-5
| 447 students
Rank: #55.
Battle Creek Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1640 Waln Dr Se
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-2062
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-2062
Grades: K-5
| 442 students
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
Grades: K-5
| 297 students
97306, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6974 Bates Rd South
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3186
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3186
Grades: K-5
| 151 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 97306, OR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 97306, OR include Sumpter Elementary School, Pringle Elementary School and Crossler Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 97306?
6 public elementary schools are located in 97306.
What is the racial composition of students in 97306?
97306 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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