For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 5,292 students in 97206, OR (there are 3 private schools, serving 479 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 97206, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 97206, OR are Lewis Elementary School, Atkinson Elementary School and Woodstock Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97206 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97206, OR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97206, OR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lewis Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4401 Se Evergreen St
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 916-6360
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 916-6360
Grades: K-5
| 297 students
Rank: #22.
Atkinson Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5800 Se Division St
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 916-6333
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 916-6333
Grades: K-5
| 366 students
Rank: #33.
Woodstock Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5601 Se 50th Ave
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 916-6380
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 916-6380
Grades: K-5
| 451 students
Rank: #44.
Creston Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4701 Se Bush St
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 916-6340
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 916-6340
Grades: K-5
| 238 students
Rank: #55.
Arleta Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5109 Se 66th Ave
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 916-6330
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 916-6330
Grades: K-5
| 274 students
Rank: #66.
Marysville Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7733 Se Raymond St
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 916-6363
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 916-6363
Grades: K-5
| 359 students
Rank: #77.
Franklin High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5405 Se Woodward St
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 916-5140
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 916-5140
Grades: 9-12
| 1,811 students
Rank: #88.
Kellogg Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3330 Se 69th
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 916-5707
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 916-5707
Grades: 6-8
| 677 students
Rank: #99.
Whitman Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7326 Se Flavel St
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 916-6370
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 916-6370
Grades: K-5
| 180 students
Rank: #1010.
Woodmere Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7900 Se Duke St
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 916-6373
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 916-6373
Grades: K-5
| 248 students
Rank: #1111.
Lane Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7200 Se 60th Ave
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 916-6355
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 916-6355
Grades: 6-8
| 391 students
97206, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Mesd Training And Education Center (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
3829 Se 74th Ave
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 262-4000
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 262-4000
Grades: K-12
| 31 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97206, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97206, OR include Lewis Elementary School, Atkinson Elementary School and Woodstock Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97206?
11 public schools are located in 97206.
What percentage of students in 97206 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 97206 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97206?
97206 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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