For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 572 students in the neighborhood of South Salem, Salem, OR.
The neighborhood of South Salem, Salem, OR public schools have a diversity score of 0.52, which is less than the Oregon public school average of 0.60.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of South Salem, Salem, OR (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Candalaria Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
935 Hansen Ave S
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3136
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3136
Gr: K-5 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Salem Heights Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3495 Liberty Rd S
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3187
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3187
Gr: K-5 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of South Salem, Salem, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of South Salem, Salem, OR include Candalaria Elementary School and Salem Heights Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of South Salem, Salem?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of South Salem, Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of South Salem, Salem?
the neighborhood of South Salem, Salem public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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