For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,600 students in the neighborhood of Lansing, Salem, OR.
The neighborhood of Lansing, Salem, OR public schools have a diversity score of 0.44, which is less than the Oregon public school average of 0.60.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Lansing, Salem, OR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waldo Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2805 Lansing Ave Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3215
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-3215
Gr: 6-8 | 997 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3165 Lansing Ave Ne
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3193
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 399-3193
Gr: K-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Lansing, Salem, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Lansing, Salem, OR include Waldo Middle School and Washington Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Lansing, Salem?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Lansing, Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Lansing, Salem?
the neighborhood of Lansing, Salem public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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