For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,030 students in 97478, OR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 97478, OR are Thurston Elementary School, Douglas Gardens Elementary School and Thurston Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 97478 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 97478, OR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public elementary school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97478, OR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thurston Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7345 Thurston Rd
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6411
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6411
Gr: K-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Douglas Gardens Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3680 Jasper Rd
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6387
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6387
Gr: K-5 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Thurston Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6300 Thurston Rd
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6368
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6368
Gr: 6-8 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Ridgeview Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
526 66th St
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6308
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6308
Gr: K-5 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #55.
Walterville Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
40589 Mckenzie Hwy
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6415
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6415
Gr: K-5 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #66.
Agnes Stewart Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
900 S 32nd St
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 988-2520
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 988-2520
Gr: 6-8 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #77.
Riverbend Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
320 51st St
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 988-2511
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 988-2511
Gr: K-5 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #88.
Mt Vernon Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
935 Filbert Ln
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6403
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6403
Gr: K-5 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
97478, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
37770 Upper Camp Creek Rd
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6425
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6425
Gr: K-5 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
91166 Sunderman Rd
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6428
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6428
Gr: K-5 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 97478, OR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 97478, OR include Thurston Elementary School, Douglas Gardens Elementary School and Thurston Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 97478?
8 public elementary schools are located in 97478.
What is the racial composition of students in 97478?
97478 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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