For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,120 students in 97496, OR.
The top-ranked public schools in 97496, OR are Mcgovern Elementary School, Brockway Elementary School and Douglas High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97496 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97496, OR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97496, OR Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcgovern Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
600 Nw Elwood
Winston, OR 97496
(541) 679-3003
Winston, OR 97496
(541) 679-3003
Gr: 3-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Brockway Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2520 Nw Brockway Rd
Winston, OR 97496
(541) 679-3037
Winston, OR 97496
(541) 679-3037
Gr: PK-2 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Douglas High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1381 Nw Douglas
Winston, OR 97496
(541) 679-3001
Winston, OR 97496
(541) 679-3001
Gr: 9-12 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Winston Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
330 Se Thompson
Winston, OR 97496
(541) 679-3002
Winston, OR 97496
(541) 679-3002
Gr: 6-8 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
97496, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Riverside Adtc (Closed 2004)
Special Education School
Po Box 2033
Winston, OR 97496
(541) 679-6129
Winston, OR 97496
(541) 679-6129
Gr: Inquire with school | 34 students Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97496, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97496, OR include Mcgovern Elementary School, Brockway Elementary School and Douglas High School.
How many public schools are located in 97496?
4 public schools are located in 97496.
What is the racial composition of students in 97496?
97496 public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.