For the 2024 school year, there are 70 public schools serving 39,729 students in Salem, OR (there are 30 private schools, serving 3,917 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in Salem, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Salem, OR are Early College High School, Pratum Elementary School and Howard Street Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salem, OR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Oregon public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Salem have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Salem, OR (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Early College High School
Alternative School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 80-89% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4071 Winema Pl Bldg 50
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 365-4800
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 365-4800
Grades: 9-12
| 208 students
Rank: #22.
Pratum Elementary School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8995 Sunnyview Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 362-8812
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 362-8812
Grades: 1-8
| 65 students
Rank: #33.
Howard Street Charter
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 85-89% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
625 Marion St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3408
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3408
Grades: 6-8
| 186 students
Rank: #44.
Kalapuya Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 73% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2085 Wilmington Ave Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-2110
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-2110
Grades: K-5
| 502 students
Rank: #55.
Clear Lake Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7425 Meadowglen St N
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3138
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3138
Grades: K-5
| 330 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Candalaria Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
935 Hansen Ave S
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3136
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3136
Grades: K-5
| 299 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Jane Goodall Environmental Middle Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
999b Locust St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-7070
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-7070
Grades: 6-8
| 95 students
Rank: #88.
Straub Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 75% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1920 Wilmington Ave Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-2030
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-2030
Grades: 6-8
| 559 students
Rank: #99.
West Salem High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 78% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1776 Titan Way
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-5533
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-5533
Grades: 9-12
| 1,681 students
Rank: #1010.
Sprague High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 78% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2373 Kuebler Blvd S
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3261
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3261
Grades: 9-12
| 1,821 students
Rank: #1111.
Walker Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 63% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1075 8th St Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3220
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3220
Grades: 6-8
| 624 students
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
Chapman Hill Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1500 Doaks Ferry Rd Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3195
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3195
Grades: K-5
| 363 students
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
Valley Inquiry Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5774 Hazelgreen Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3150
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3150
Grades: K-6
| 204 students
Rank: #1414.
Wright Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 61% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4060 Lone Oak Rd Se
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3198
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3198
Grades: K-5
| 370 students
Rank: #1515.
Sumpter Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 56% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
525 Rockwood St Se
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3337
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3337
Grades: K-5
| 473 students
Rank: #16 - 1716. - 17.
Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
466 Mcgilchrist St Se
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3167
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3167
Grades: K-5
| 305 students
Rank: #16 - 1716. - 17.
Optimum Learning Environment Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7905 June Reid Pl Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-5548
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-5548
Grades: 1-5
| 128 students
Rank: #1818.
South Salem High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 74% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1910 Church St Se
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3252
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3252
Grades: 9-12
| 2,204 students
Rank: #1919.
Morningside Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3513 12th St Se
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3173
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3173
Grades: K-5
| 280 students
Rank: #2020.
Whiteaker Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 59% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1605 Lockhaven Dr Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3224
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3224
Grades: 6-8
| 674 students
Rank: #2121.
Mcnary High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 72% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
595 Chemawa Rd N
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3233
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3233
Grades: 9-12
| 2,055 students
Rank: #2222.
Judson Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 62% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4512 Jones Rd S
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3201
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3201
Grades: 6-8
| 855 students
Rank: #23 - 2423. - 24.
Englewood Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1132 19th St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3143
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3143
Grades: K-5
| 316 students
Rank: #23 - 2423. - 24.
Salem Heights Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3495 Liberty Rd S
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3187
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3187
Grades: K-5
| 273 students
Rank: #2525.
Brush College Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2623 Doaks Ferry Rd Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3132
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3132
Grades: K-5
| 291 students
Rank: #2626.
Pringle Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 51% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5500 Reed Ln Se
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3178
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3178
Grades: K-5
| 512 students
Rank: #2727.
Crossler Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 58% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1155 Davis Rd S
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3444
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3444
Grades: 6-8
| 822 students
Rank: #2828.
Forest Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7905 June Reid Pl Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-5548
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-5548
Grades: K-5
| 245 students
Rank: #2929.
Gubser Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 51% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6610 14th Ave Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3275
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3275
Grades: K-5
| 415 students
Rank: #3030.
Schirle Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 54% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4875 Justice Way S
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3277
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3277
Grades: K-5
| 296 students
Rank: #3131.
North Salem High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 63% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
765 14th St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3241
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3241
Grades: 9-12
| 2,152 students
Rank: #3232.
Battle Creek Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 55% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1640 Waln Dr Se
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-2062
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-2062
Grades: K-5
| 450 students
Rank: #3333.
Myers Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 51% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2160 Jewel St Nw
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3175
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 399-3175
Grades: K-5
| 323 students
Rank: #3434.
Lee Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5650 Venice St Se
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-5570
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-5570
Grades: K-5
| 270 students
Rank: #3535.
Mckay High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 60% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2440 Lancaster Dr Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3080
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 399-3080
Grades: 9-12
| 2,309 students
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Salem, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
21st Century Community Schoolhouse High School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
210 Liberty St Se
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 763-8958
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 763-8958
Grades: 9-12
| 154 students
1515 Saginaw St S
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3130
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3130
Grades: K-2
| 26 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
6580 State St
Salem, OR 97317
(503) 399-3131
Salem, OR 97317
(503) 399-3131
Grades: 3-5
| 64 students
10327 River Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 393-5977
Salem, OR 97305
(503) 393-5977
Grades: K-1
| 143 students
6425 Fruitland Rd Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3148
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3148
Grades: K-2
| 69 students
Grant Community Middle School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
725 Market St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3151
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3151
Grades: K-8
| 443 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
7990 Wheatland Rd North
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3569
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3569
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
Oregon School For The Blind (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
700 Church St Se
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 378-3820
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 378-3820
Grades: K-12
| 2 students
2450 Strong Rd Se
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 986-0443
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 986-0443
Grades: 6-12
| 113 students
6974 Bates Rd South
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3186
Salem, OR 97306
(503) 399-3186
Grades: K-5
| 151 students
West Salem Language Academy (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
Po Box 12024
Salem, OR 97309
(503) 581-0430
Salem, OR 97309
(503) 581-0430
Grades: K-3
| 115 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Salem, OR?
The top ranked public schools in Salem, OR include Early College High School, Pratum Elementary School and Howard Street Charter.
How many public schools are located in Salem, OR?
70 public schools are located in Salem, OR.
What percentage of students in Salem, OR go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in Salem, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Salem, OR?
Salem, OR public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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