For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 277 students in 97499, OR (there are , serving 11 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 97499, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 97499, OR are Yoncalla High School and Yoncalla Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97499 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97499, OR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97499, OR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Yoncalla High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
292 Fifth St
Yoncalla, OR 97499
(541) 849-2175
Yoncalla, OR 97499
(541) 849-2175
Grades: 9-12
| 90 students
Rank: #22.
Yoncalla Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
401 1st St
Yoncalla, OR 97499
(541) 849-2158
Yoncalla, OR 97499
(541) 849-2158
Grades: K-8
| 187 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97499, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97499, OR include Yoncalla High School and Yoncalla Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97499?
2 public schools are located in 97499.
What percentage of students in 97499 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 97499 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97499?
97499 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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