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Best Central Area Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 private schools serving 517 students in the neighborhood of Central Area, Salem, OR.
The top ranked private schools in Central Area include Salem Family Ymca Preschool & Kindergarten, St. Joseph School, and Capital Christian School.
40% of private schools in Central Area are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked Central Area Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Capital Christian School
Capital Christian School
Gr: PK-5 | 192 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 3
Christian
395 Marion Street NE
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 375-5764
(2)
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Map of St. Joseph School
St. Joseph School
Gr: PK-8 | 141 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Catholic
373 Winter St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 581-2147
(2)
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Map of Salem Family Ymca Preschool & Kindergarten
Salem Family Ymca Preschool & Kindergarten
Gr: NS-PK | 53 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Daycare / Preschool
685 Court Street Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 399-2769
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Map of Little Friends Montessori
Little Friends Montessori
Gr: PK-4 | 106 students
Montessori School
770 Chemeketa St Ne
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 391-7441
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Map of Little Village Learning Center
Little Village Learning Center
Gr: NS | 25 students
Daycare / Preschool
445 High St Se # 140
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 363-3866
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Central Area, Salem, OR?
The top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Central Area, Salem, OR include Salem Family Ymca Preschool & Kindergarten, St. Joseph School, and Capital Christian School.
How many private schools are located in the neighborhood of Central Area, Salem?
5 private schools are located in the neighborhood of Central Area, Salem.
How diverse are private schools in the neighborhood of Central Area, Salem?
the neighborhood of Central Area, Salem private schools are approximately 22% minority students, which is lower than the Oregon private school average of 26%.
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of Central Area, Salem?
40% of private schools in the neighborhood of Central Area, Salem are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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