For the 2025-26 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,428 students in 97321, OR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 97321, OR are Oak Grove Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School and North Albany Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 97321 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 97321, OR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public elementary school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97321, OR Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak Grove Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1500 Oak Grove Dr Nw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4596
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4596
Gr: K-5 | 345 students Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Liberty Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2345 Liberty St Sw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4578
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4578
Gr: K-5 | 304 students Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
North Albany Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
815 Thornton Lake Dr Nw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4588
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4588
Gr: K-5 | 288 students Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
North Albany Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1205 North Albany Rd Nw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4541
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4541
Gr: 6-8 | 474 students Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #55.
Takena Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1210 12th Ave Sw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4613
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4613
Gr: K-2 | 122 students Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #66.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
336 9th Ave Sw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4561
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4561
Gr: 3-5 | 136 students Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #77.
Memorial Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1050 Queen Ave Sw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4537
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4537
Gr: 6-8 | 526 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #88.
Waverly Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
425 Columbus St Se
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4617
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4617
Gr: K-5 | 233 students Minority enrollment: 40%
97321, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1005 Springhill Dr Nw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 704-1021
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 704-1021
Gr: K-2 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
5355 Scenic Dr Nw
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4570
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-4570
Gr: K-1 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 97321, OR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 97321, OR include Oak Grove Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School and North Albany Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 97321?
8 public elementary schools are located in 97321.
What is the racial composition of students in 97321?
97321 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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