For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,066 students in 97304, OR (there are 2 private schools, serving 352 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 97304, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 97304, OR are Kalapuya Elementary School, Brush College Elementary School and Chapman Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97304 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97304, OR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97304, OR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kalapuya Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2085 Wilmington Ave Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-2110
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-2110
Gr: K-5 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Brush College Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2623 Doaks Ferry Rd Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3132
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3132
Gr: K-5 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Chapman Hill Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1500 Doaks Ferry Rd Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3195
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3195
Gr: K-5 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Myers Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2160 Jewel St Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3175
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3175
Gr: K-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #55.
Straub Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1920 Wilmington Ave Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-2030
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-2030
Gr: 6-8 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #66.
Walker Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1075 8th St Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3220
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3220
Gr: 6-8 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #77.
West Salem High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1776 Titan Way
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-5533
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-5533
Gr: 9-12 | 1,606 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #88.
Harritt Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2112 Linwood St Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3457
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3457
Gr: K-5 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #99.
Hayesville Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4545 Ward Dr Ne
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3153
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3153
Gr: K-5 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97304, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97304, OR include Kalapuya Elementary School, Brush College Elementary School and Chapman Hill Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97304?
9 public schools are located in 97304.
What percentage of students in 97304 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 97304 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97304?
97304 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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