For the 2025 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: K-8
| 67 students
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
Grades: K-5
| 164 students
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
Grades: K-5
| 483 students
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
Grades: K-5
| 461 students
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
Grades: K-5
| 489 students
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
Grades: 6-8
| 1,041 students
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
Grades: K-5
| 430 students
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
Grades: K-5
| 521 students
97305, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: 6-12
| 102 students
10327 River Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 393-5977
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 393-5977
Grades: K-1
| 143 students
5774 Hazel Green Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3150
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3150
Grades: K-5
| 103 students
7495 Portland Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3159
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3159
Grades: K-5
| 86 students
4950 Silverton Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3171
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3171
Grades: K-5
| 301 students
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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