For the 2025-26 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 29% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 33%), 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 (2025-26)
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 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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