Best Schools in Prairie City, Oregon
3 schools · 3 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Prairie City by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Prairie City School
Other · Prairie City Sd 4. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Oregon Connections Academy
Other · Prairie City Sd 4. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
3.8
out of 10
Median Home
$190,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
3.8
out of 10
Median Home
$190,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Prairie City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prairie City School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Oregon Connections Academy | 2.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 3.8/10
- Median household income
- $59,583
- Median home value
- $190,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Prairie City compares
Median household income
$60k
78% of Oregon median
About Schools in Prairie City, Oregon
Prairie City, Oregon is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 3.8 out of 10, schools in Prairie City face significant challenges on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Prairie City is Prairie City School with a composite score of 5.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Prairie City is served by 1 school district: Prairie City SD 4. These districts collectively serve 1,224 students.
Prairie City's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $59,583. The poverty rate in the area is 16.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 245 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.1 |
| 2 | 942 students · Kindergarten–12th | 2.4 |
| 3 | 37 students · Kindergarten–12th | — |
Schools in Prairie City
Prairie City, Oregon · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$59,583
Median Home Value
$190,700
Median Rent
$858/mo
Population
919
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
86%
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Community Profile
Prairie City has a median household income of $59,583. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $190,700, with a median rent of $858/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.2%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Oregon
- Other
- 3
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Oregon
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Prairie City, Oregon
How many schools are in Prairie City, Oregon?
Prairie City has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Prairie City, Oregon?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Prairie City is 3.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Prairie City, Oregon?
The top-ranked school in Prairie City on MySchoolScout is Prairie City School with a composite score of 5.1/10.
How many school districts serve Prairie City, Oregon?
Prairie City is served by 1 school district: Prairie City Sd 4.
What is the education level in Prairie City, Oregon?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Prairie City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Prairie City, Oregon?
The median household income in Prairie City is approximately $59,583 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Prairie City, Oregon?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Prairie City is 13.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Prairie City, Oregon?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Oregon Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.