For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,656 students in 97305, OR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 97305, OR are Pratum Elementary School, Valley Inquiry Charter School and Yoshikai Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 97305 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 97305, OR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public elementary school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97305, OR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pratum Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8995 Sunnyview Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 362-8812
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 362-8812
Gr: K-8 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Valley Inquiry Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5774 Hazelgreen Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3150
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3150
Gr: K-5 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Yoshikai Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4900 Jade St Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3438
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3438
Gr: K-5 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Hammond Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4900 Bayne St Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3454
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3454
Gr: K-5 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #55.
Cesar E Chavez Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Walker Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-2571
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-2571
Gr: K-5 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #66.
Stephens Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4962 Haysville Dr Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3442
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3442
Gr: 6-8 | 1,041 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #77.
Lamb Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4930 Herrin Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3477
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3477
Gr: K-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #88.
Scott Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4700 Arizona Ave Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3302
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3302
Gr: K-5 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
97305, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Barbara Roberts High School And Secondary Programs (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
4071 Winema Pl, Bldg 50
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3105
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3105
Gr: 6-12 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
10327 River Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 393-5977
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 393-5977
Gr: K-1 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
5774 Hazel Green Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3150
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3150
Gr: K-5 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
7495 Portland Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3159
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3159
Gr: K-5 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
4950 Silverton Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3171
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3171
Gr: K-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 97305, OR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 97305, OR include Pratum Elementary School, Valley Inquiry Charter School and Yoshikai Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 97305?
8 public elementary schools are located in 97305.
What is the racial composition of students in 97305?
97305 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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