For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,390 students in 97215, OR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 97215, OR are Glencoe Elementary School, Mt Tabor Middle School and Bridger Creative Science School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 97215 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 97215, OR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Oregon public elementary school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97215, OR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Glencoe Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
825 Se 51st Ave
Portland, OR 97215
(503) 916-6207
Portland, OR 97215
(503) 916-6207
Grades: K-5
| 372 students
Rank: #22.
Mt Tabor Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5800 Se Ash St
Portland, OR 97215
(503) 916-5646
Portland, OR 97215
(503) 916-5646
Grades: 6-8
| 504 students
Rank: #33.
Bridger Creative Science School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7910 Se Market St
Portland, OR 97215
(503) 916-6336
Portland, OR 97215
(503) 916-6336
Grades: K-8
| 514 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 97215, OR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 97215, OR include Glencoe Elementary School, Mt Tabor Middle School and Bridger Creative Science School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 97215?
3 public elementary schools are located in 97215.
What is the racial composition of students in 97215?
97215 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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