For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 821 students in 97540, OR.
The top-ranked public schools in 97540, OR are Talent Elementary School and Talent Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97540 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97540, OR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97540, OR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Talent Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
307 W Wagner Ave
Talent, OR 97540
(541) 535-1531
Talent, OR 97540
(541) 535-1531
Gr: K-5 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Talent Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
102 Christian Ave
Talent, OR 97540
(541) 535-1552
Talent, OR 97540
(541) 535-1552
Gr: 6-8 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97540, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97540, OR include Talent Elementary School and Talent Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 97540?
2 public schools are located in 97540.
What is the racial composition of students in 97540?
97540 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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