For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 251 students in 97499, OR (there are 1 private school, serving 11 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 97499, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 97499, OR are Yoncalla High School and Yoncalla Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97499 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97499, OR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97499, OR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Yoncalla High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
292 Fifth St
Yoncalla, OR 97499
(541) 849-2175
Yoncalla, OR 97499
(541) 849-2175
Gr: 9-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Yoncalla Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
401 1st St
Yoncalla, OR 97499
(541) 849-2158
Yoncalla, OR 97499
(541) 849-2158
Gr: K-8 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97499, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97499, OR include Yoncalla High School and Yoncalla Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97499?
2 public schools are located in 97499.
What percentage of students in 97499 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 97499 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97499?
97499 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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