For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 912 students in Vale, OR.
The top-ranked public schools in Vale, OR are Willowcreek Elementary School, Vale High School and Vale Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Vale, OR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Vale have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Vale, OR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Willowcreek Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2300 9th Ave W
Vale, OR 97918
(541) 473-2345
Vale, OR 97918
(541) 473-2345
Gr: 1-8 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Vale High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
505 Viking Dr
Vale, OR 97918
(541) 473-3181
Vale, OR 97918
(541) 473-3181
Gr: 9-12 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Vale Middle School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
505 Viking Dr
Vale, OR 97918
(541) 473-0241
Vale, OR 97918
(541) 473-0241
Gr: 7-8 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Vale Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
403 E St W
Vale, OR 97918
(541) 473-3291
Vale, OR 97918
(541) 473-3291
Gr: K-6 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Vale, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in Vale, OR include Willowcreek Elementary School, Vale High School and Vale Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Vale?
4 public schools are located in Vale.
What is the racial composition of students in Vale?
Vale public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Vale are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Vale include: Willowcreek Elementary School vs. Vale Elementary School, Vale Elementary School vs. Willowcreek Elementary School
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