For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,586 students in 97383, OR (there are 3 private schools, serving 15 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 97383, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 97383, OR are North Santiam Options Academy, Stayton Elementary School and Stayton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97383 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97383, OR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97383, OR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Santiam Options Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
757 W Locust St
Stayton, OR 97383
(503) 769-4928
Stayton, OR 97383
(503) 769-4928
Gr: K-12 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Stayton Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
875 N 3rd
Stayton, OR 97383
(503) 769-2336
Stayton, OR 97383
(503) 769-2336
Gr: K-3 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Stayton High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
757 W Locust St
Stayton, OR 97383
(503) 769-2171
Stayton, OR 97383
(503) 769-2171
Gr: 9-12 | 669 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #44.
Stayton Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1021 Shaff Rd
Stayton, OR 97383
(503) 769-2198
Stayton, OR 97383
(503) 769-2198
Gr: 4-8 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97383, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97383, OR include North Santiam Options Academy, Stayton Elementary School and Stayton High School.
How many public schools are located in 97383?
4 public schools are located in 97383.
What percentage of students in 97383 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 97383 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97383?
97383 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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