For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 950 students in 97882, OR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 97882, OR are Mcnary Heights Elementary School and Clara Brownell Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 97882 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 97882, OR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public elementary school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97882, OR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcnary Heights Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
120 Columbia Ave
Umatilla, OR 97882
(541) 922-6650
Umatilla, OR 97882
(541) 922-6650
Gr: K-5 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Clara Brownell Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1300 7th St
Umatilla, OR 97882
(541) 922-6625
Umatilla, OR 97882
(541) 922-6625
Gr: 6-8 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
97882, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 97882, OR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 97882, OR include Mcnary Heights Elementary School and Clara Brownell Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 97882?
2 public elementary schools are located in 97882.
What is the racial composition of students in 97882?
97882 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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