Best Public Middle Schools in 97303 (Salem, OR) (2025-26)

Best 97303 Oregon Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 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 score of 21% (versus the Oregon public middle school average of 29%), and 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 (2025-26)

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Rank: #11.

Whiteaker Middle School

(Math: 26% | Reading: 47%)
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1605 Lockhaven Dr Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3224

Gr: 6-8 | 732 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 50%

Rank: #22.

Claggett Creek Middle School

(Math: 17% | Reading: 30%)
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1810 Alder Dr Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3701

Gr: 6-8 | 785 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 63%

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Migrant Primary School (Closed 2012)

7990 Wheatland Rd North
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3569

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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).