For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,517 students in 97303, OR.
The top ranked public middle schools in 97303, OR are Whiteaker Middle School and Claggett Creek Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 97303 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Oregon public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 97303, OR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public middle school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97303, OR Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Whiteaker Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1605 Lockhaven Dr Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3224
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3224
Grades: 6-8
| 732 students
Rank: #22.
Claggett Creek Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1810 Alder Dr Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3701
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3701
Grades: 6-8
| 785 students
97303, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
7990 Wheatland Rd North
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3569
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3569
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 97303, OR?
The top ranked public middle schools in 97303, OR include Whiteaker Middle School and Claggett Creek Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 97303?
2 public middle schools are located in 97303.
What is the racial composition of students in 97303?
97303 public middle schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public middle schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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