For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,153 students in Madras, OR.
The top ranked public schools in Madras, OR are Big Muddy Elementary School, Buff Elementary School and Jefferson County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Madras, OR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Madras have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51±¬ÁÏs in Madras, OR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Big Muddy Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 Muddy Road
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-6192
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-6192
Grades: K-8
| 16 students
Rank: #22.
Buff Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
375 Se Buff St
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-2457
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-2457
Grades: K-5
| 251 students
Rank: #33.
Jefferson County Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1180 Se Kemper Way
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-7253
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-7253
Grades: 6-8
| 435 students
Rank: #44.
Bridges High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
410 Sw 4th St
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-4820
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-4820
Grades: 9-12
| 85 students
Rank: #55.
Metolius Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
420 Butte Ave Sw
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 546-3104
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 546-3104
Grades: K-5
| 232 students
Rank: #66.
Madras Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
215 Se 10th St
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-3520
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-3520
Grades: K-5
| 344 students
Rank: #77.
Madras High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
390 Se 10th St
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-7265
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-7265
Grades: 9-12
| 765 students
Rank: #88.
509j On-line
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
410 Sw 4th St
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-4820
Madras, OR 97741
(541) 475-4820
Grades: K-8
| 25 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Madras, OR?
The top ranked public schools in Madras, OR include Big Muddy Elementary School, Buff Elementary School and Jefferson County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Madras?
8 public schools are located in Madras.
What is the racial composition of students in Madras?
Madras public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Madras are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Madras include: Madras Elementary School vs. Buff Elementary School, Madras Elementary School vs. Metolius Elementary School
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