For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 611 students in 97530, OR.
The top ranked public schools in 97530, OR are Jacksonville Elementary School, Ruch Outdoor Community School and Applegate Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 97530 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97530, OR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97530, OR ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jacksonville Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
655 Hueners Ln
Jacksonville, OR 97530
(541) 842-3790
Jacksonville, OR 97530
(541) 842-3790
Gr: K-5 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Ruch Outdoor Community School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
156 Upper Applegate Rd
Jacksonville, OR 97530
(541) 842-3850
Jacksonville, OR 97530
(541) 842-3850
Gr: K-8 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Applegate Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14188 Hwy 238
Jacksonville, OR 97530
(541) 846-6280
Jacksonville, OR 97530
(541) 846-6280
Gr: K-8 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97530, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97530, OR include Jacksonville Elementary School, Ruch Outdoor Community School and Applegate Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97530?
3 public schools are located in 97530.
What is the racial composition of students in 97530?
97530 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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