For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,354 students in 97302, OR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 97302, OR are Wright Elementary School, Morningside Elementary School and Candalaria Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary schools in zipcode 97302 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 97302, OR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public elementary school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97302, OR ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wright Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4060 Lone Oak Rd Se
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3198
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3198
Grades: K-5
| 397 students
Rank: #22.
Morningside Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3513 12th St Se
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3173
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3173
Grades: K-5
| 318 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Candalaria Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
935 Hansen Ave S
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3136
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3136
Grades: K-5
| 285 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Schirle Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4875 Justice Way S
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3277
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3277
Grades: K-5
| 312 students
Rank: #55.
Judson Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4512 Jones Rd S
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3201
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3201
Grades: 6-8
| 772 students
Rank: #66.
Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
466 Mcgilchrist St Se
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3167
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3167
Grades: K-5
| 280 students
Rank: #77.
Leslie Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3850 Pringle Rd Se
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3206
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3206
Grades: 6-8
| 735 students
Rank: #88.
Salem Heights Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3495 Liberty Rd S
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3187
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3187
Grades: K-5
| 255 students
97302, Oregon ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1515 Saginaw St S
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3130
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3130
Grades: K-2
| 26 students
2450 Strong Rd Se
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 986-0443
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 986-0443
Grades: 6-12
| 113 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 97302, OR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 97302, OR include Wright Elementary School, Morningside Elementary School and Candalaria Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 97302?
8 public elementary schools are located in 97302.
What is the racial composition of students in 97302?
97302 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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