For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,475 students in 97424, OR (there are , serving 13 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 97424, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 97424, OR are Academy For Character Education, Harrison Elementary School and London School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97424 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97424, OR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97424, OR Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy For Character Education
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
195 N 6th Street, Bldg. C
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-9707
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-9707
Gr: K-12 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Harrison Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1000 Taylor Ave
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-3389
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-3389
Gr: K-5 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
London School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
73288 London Rd
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-0183
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-0183
Gr: K-8 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #44.
Cottage Grove High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1375 S River Rd
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-3391
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-3391
Gr: 9-12 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #55.
Bohemia Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
721 S R St
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-3313
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-3313
Gr: K-5 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #66.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1565 S 4th St
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-3316
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-3316
Gr: 6-8 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #77.
Al Kennedy High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
79980 Delight Valley School Rd
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-1962
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-1962
Gr: 9-12 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
97424, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Blue Mountain Charter School (Closed 2010)
Charter School
76132 Blue Mtn School Rd
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-7764
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-7764
Gr: K-12 | 53 students Minority enrollment: 6%
79980 Delight Valley
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-5568
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-5568
Gr: K-5
32112 Latham Rd
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-0147
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-0147
Gr: K-5 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
79980 Delight Valley School Rd
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 623-0159
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 623-0159
Gr: K-12 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97424, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97424, OR include Academy For Character Education, Harrison Elementary School and London School.
How many public schools are located in 97424?
7 public schools are located in 97424.
What percentage of students in 97424 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 97424 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97424?
97424 public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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