For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 706 students in 97317, OR (there are , serving 137 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 97317, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 97317, OR are Miller Elementary School and Four Corners Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97317 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97317, OR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97317, OR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Miller Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1650 46th Pl Se
Salem, OR 97317
(503) 399-3332
Salem, OR 97317
(503) 399-3332
Gr: K-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Four Corners Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
500 Elma Ave Se
Salem, OR 97317
(503) 399-3145
Salem, OR 97317
(503) 399-3145
Gr: K-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
97317, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6580 State St
Salem, OR 97317
(503) 399-3131
Salem, OR 97317
(503) 399-3131
Gr: 3-5 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97317, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97317, OR include Miller Elementary School and Four Corners Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97317?
2 public schools are located in 97317.
What percentage of students in 97317 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 97317 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97317?
97317 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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