For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 821 students in 97540, OR.
The top ranked public schools in 97540, OR are Talent Elementary School and Talent Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97540 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97540, OR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97540, OR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Talent Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
307 W Wagner Ave
Talent, OR 97540
(541) 535-1531
Talent, OR 97540
(541) 535-1531
Grades: K-5
| 339 students
Rank: #22.
Talent Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
102 Christian Ave
Talent, OR 97540
(541) 535-1552
Talent, OR 97540
(541) 535-1552
Grades: 6-8
| 482 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97540, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97540, OR include Talent Elementary School and Talent Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 97540?
2 public schools are located in 97540.
What is the racial composition of students in 97540?
97540 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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