- Lone Pine Elementary School — 2.1 mi · Grades K–5 · 461 students
- Hoover Elementary School — 2.2 mi · Grades K–5 · 591 students
- The Valley School of Southern Oregon — 2.4 mi · Grades 6–8 · 127 students
- Hedrick Middle School — 2.9 mi · Grades 6–8 · 952 students
- Roosevelt Elementary School — 3.1 mi · Grades K–5 · 308 students
- North Medford High School — 3.1 mi · Grades 9–12 · 1,721 students
- Abraham Lincoln Elementary — 3.1 mi · Grades K–5 · 401 students
- Innovation Academy — 3.1 mi · Grades 9–12 · 327 students
| Metric | Medford School District 549 | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 13,866 | 3,544 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 25 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $15,715/yr | $17,619/yr | ↓ 11% below avg |
| District Type | — | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medford School District 549 (this district) | 7/10 | 62nd | 13,866 |
| Phoenix-Talent School District 4 | 2/10 | 14th | 2,269 |
| Central Point School District 6 | 3/10 | 23rd | 4,861 |
| Eagle Point School District 9 | 3/10 | 20th | 4,242 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 169 rated districts in OR → 62nd percentile → 7/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2021–22 school year. Full methodology →
About Medford School District 549
Medford School District 549 is the public school district assigned to zip code 97504 in Medford, Oregon. Serving students from Pre-K–12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 97504. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Medford School District 549 7 out of 10 — above average among Oregon public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2021–22 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Oregon is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Medford School District 549 earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Oregon. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 97504
Children in zip code 97504 are assigned to Medford School District 549 for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 97504, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Medford School District 549 at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Oregon districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Medford
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Medford School District 549 serves zip code 97504, homes in and around zip code 97504 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Oregon, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Medford School District 549 programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 97504.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Medford School District 549 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 97504 data.