For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,266 students in 97478, OR (there are , serving 201 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 97478, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 97478, OR are Thurston Elementary School, Douglas Gardens Elementary School and Ridgeview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97478 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97478, OR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97478, OR 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Thurston Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7345 Thurston Rd
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6411
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6411
Grades: K-5
| 381 students
Rank: #22.
Douglas Gardens Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3680 Jasper Rd
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6387
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6387
Grades: K-5
| 327 students
Rank: #33.
Ridgeview Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
526 66th St
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6308
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6308
Grades: K-5
| 357 students
Rank: #44.
Thurston Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6300 Thurston Rd
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6368
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6368
Grades: 6-8
| 535 students
Rank: #55.
Walterville Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
40589 Mckenzie Hwy
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6415
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6415
Grades: K-5
| 151 students
Rank: #66.
Mt Vernon Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
935 Filbert Ln
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6403
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6403
Grades: K-5
| 357 students
Rank: #77.
Agnes Stewart Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
900 S 32nd St
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 988-2520
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 988-2520
Grades: 6-8
| 447 students
Rank: #88.
Thurston High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
333 58th St
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-5000
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-5000
Grades: 9-12
| 1,236 students
Rank: #99.
Riverbend Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
320 51st St
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 988-2511
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 988-2511
Grades: K-5
| 475 students
97478, Oregon 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
37770 Upper Camp Creek Rd
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6425
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6425
Grades: K-5
| 51 students
91166 Sunderman Rd
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6428
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6428
Grades: K-5
| 64 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97478, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97478, OR include Thurston Elementary School, Douglas Gardens Elementary School and Ridgeview Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97478?
9 public schools are located in 97478.
What percentage of students in 97478 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 97478 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97478?
97478 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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