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Best Central Area Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 857 students in the neighborhood of Central Area, Salem, OR.

The neighborhood of Central Area, Salem, OR public elementary schools have a of 0.61, which is more than the Oregon public elementary school average of 0.59.

Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public elementary school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in the neighborhood of Central Area, Salem, OR (2025-26)

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(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Howard Street Charter

Charter School

(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
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625 Marion St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3408

Gr: 6-8 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 186:1 Minority enrollment: 33%

Rank: #22.

Parrish Middle School

(Math: 18% | Reading: 28%)
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802 Capitol St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3210

Gr: 6-8 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 72%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in the neighborhood of Central Area, Salem, OR?

The top ranked public elementary schools in the neighborhood of Central Area, Salem, OR include Howard Street Charter and Parrish Middle School.

How many public elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of Central Area, Salem?

2 public elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of Central Area, Salem.

What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Central Area, Salem?

the neighborhood of Central Area, Salem public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).