For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,100 students in 97203, OR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 97203, OR are Astor Elementary School, James John Elementary School and Sitton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 97203 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 97203, OR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public elementary school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97203, OR Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Astor Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5601 N Yale St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6244
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6244
Grades: K-8
| 368 students
Rank: #22.
James John Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7439 N Charleston Ave
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6266
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6266
Grades: K-5
| 337 students
Rank: #33.
Sitton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9930 N Smith St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6277
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6277
Grades: K-5
| 345 students
Rank: #44.
Cesar Chavez K-8 School
Magnet School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5103 N Willis Blvd
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5666
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5666
Grades: K-8
| 466 students
Rank: #55.
George Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10000 N Burr
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6262
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6262
Grades: 6-8
| 387 students
Rank: #66.
Rosa Parks Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8960 N Woolsey Ave
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6250
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6250
Grades: PK-5
| 197 students
97203, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6941 North Central St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5261
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5261
Grades: 9-12
| 251 students
5103 N Willis Blvd
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5666
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5666
Grades: PK-12
| 426 students
6941 North Central St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5260
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5260
Grades: 9-12
| 252 students
6941 North Central St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5263
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5263
Grades: 9-12
| 245 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 97203, OR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 97203, OR include Astor Elementary School, James John Elementary School and Sitton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 97203?
6 public elementary schools are located in 97203.
What is the racial composition of students in 97203?
97203 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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