For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,224 students in 97869, OR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 97869, OR are Oregon Connections Academy and Prairie City School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 97869 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 97869, OR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public elementary school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97869, OR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oregon Connections Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
740 S Overholt Ave
Prairie City, OR 97869
(541) 820-3314
Prairie City, OR 97869
(541) 820-3314
Gr: K-12 | 942 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Prairie City School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
740 Overholt St
Prairie City, OR 97869
(541) 820-3314
Prairie City, OR 97869
(541) 820-3314
Gr: K-12 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
Virtual Preparatory Academy Of Oregon
Charter School
740 S Overholt St
Prairie City, OR 97869
(541) 304-2202
Prairie City, OR 97869
(541) 304-2202
Gr: K-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 97869, OR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 97869, OR include Oregon Connections Academy and Prairie City School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 97869?
3 public elementary schools are located in 97869.
What is the racial composition of students in 97869?
97869 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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