For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,502 students in the neighborhood of South Central, Salem, OR.
The neighborhood of South Central, Salem, OR public schools have a diversity score of 0.60, which is equal to the Oregon public school average of 0.60.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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 South Central, Salem, OR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
466 Mcgilchrist St Se
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3167
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3167
Gr: K-5 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
South Salem High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1910 Church St Se
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3252
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-3252
Gr: 9-12 | 2,195 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of South Central, Salem, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of South Central, Salem, OR include Mckinley Elementary School and South Salem High School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of South Central, Salem?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of South Central, Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of South Central, Salem?
the neighborhood of South Central, Salem public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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