For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 979 students in 97869, OR.
The top ranked public charter school in 97869, OR is Oregon Connections Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 97869 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Oregon public charter school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 51% statewide average). Charter schools in 97869, OR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public charter school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97869, OR Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oregon Connections Academy
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
740 S Overholt Ave
Prairie City, OR 97869
(541) 820-3314
Prairie City, OR 97869
(541) 820-3314
Grades: K-12
| 942 students
Rank: n/an/a
Virtual Preparatory Academy Of Oregon
Charter School
740 S Overholt St
Prairie City, OR 97869
(541) 304-2202
Prairie City, OR 97869
(541) 304-2202
Grades: K-12
| 37 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 97869, OR?
The top ranked public charter schools in 97869, OR include Oregon Connections Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 97869?
2 public charter schools are located in 97869.
What is the racial composition of students in 97869?
97869 public charter schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public charter schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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