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97301 Oregon Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 11 private schools serving 1,973 students in 97301, OR (there are 18 public schools, serving 8,909 public students). 18% of all K-12 students in 97301, OR are educated in private schools (compared to the OR state average of 10%).

The private schools in 97301, OR include Salem Family Ymca Preschool & Kindergarten, Capital Christian School, and Salem Academy Christian Schools.

The average acceptance rate is 88%, which is same as the Oregon private school average acceptance rate of 88%.

64% of private schools in 97301, OR are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 11
# Students Served: 1,973
Average Tuition: $9,292
Average Class Size: 20 students
% Students of Color: 31%
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Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 11
# Students Served: 1,973
Average Tuition: $9,292
Average Class Size: 20 students
% Students of Color: 31%
View 97301 Oregon School Trends

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97301, Oregon Private Schools (Closed)

St. Mark Child Development Center

Gr: NS-PK | 59 students

Daycare / Preschool (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))

790 Marion St Ne

Salem, OR 97301

(503) 588-0141

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 97301, OR?

The private schools in 97301, OR include Salem Family Ymca Preschool & Kindergarten, Capital Christian School, and Salem Academy Christian Schools.

How many private schools are located in 97301?

11 private schools are located in 97301.

How diverse are private schools in 97301?

97301 private schools are approximately 31% minority students, which is higher than the Oregon private school average of 26%.

What percentage of students in 97301 go to private school?

18% of all K-12 students in 97301 are educated in private schools (compared to the OR state average of 10%).

What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 97301?

64% of private schools in 97301 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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