For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 218 students in 97037, OR.
The top-ranked public schools in 97037, OR are South Wasco County Middle/high School and South Wasco County Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97037 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97037, OR have an average ranking of 5/10, 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 97037, OR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Wasco County Middle/high School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
699 4th St
Maupin, OR 97037
(541) 395-2225
Maupin, OR 97037
(541) 395-2225
Gr: 6-12 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
South Wasco County Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
308 Deschutes Ave
Maupin, OR 97037
(541) 395-2665
Maupin, OR 97037
(541) 395-2665
Gr: PK-5 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97037, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97037, OR include South Wasco County Middle/high School and South Wasco County Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97037?
2 public schools are located in 97037.
What is the racial composition of students in 97037?
97037 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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