For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,224 students in 97869, OR.
The top ranked public schools in 97869, OR are Oregon Connections Academy and Prairie City School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97869 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97869, OR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97869, OR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oregon Connections Academy
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
740 S Overholt Ave
Prairie City, OR 97869
(541) 820-3314
Prairie City, OR 97869
(541) 820-3314
Grades: K-12
| 942 students
Rank: #22.
Prairie City School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
740 Overholt St
Prairie City, OR 97869
(541) 820-3314
Prairie City, OR 97869
(541) 820-3314
Grades: K-12
| 245 students
Rank: n/an/a
Virtual Preparatory Academy Of Oregon
Charter School
740 S Overholt St
Prairie City, OR 97869
(541) 304-2202
Prairie City, OR 97869
(541) 304-2202
Grades: K-12
| 37 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97869, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97869, OR include Oregon Connections Academy and Prairie City School.
How many public schools are located in 97869?
3 public schools are located in 97869.
What is the racial composition of students in 97869?
97869 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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