For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,912 students in 97216, OR (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,036 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 97216, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 97216, OR are Creative Science School, Cherry Park Elementary School and Floyd Light Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97216 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97216, OR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97216, OR Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Creative Science School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1231 Se 92nd Ave
Portland, OR 97216
(503) 916-6431
Portland, OR 97216
(503) 916-6431
Grades: K-8
| 423 students
Rank: #22.
Cherry Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1930 Se 104th Ave
Portland, OR 97216
(503) 256-6501
Portland, OR 97216
(503) 256-6501
Grades: PK-5
| 459 students
Rank: #33.
Floyd Light Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10800 Se Washington St
Portland, OR 97216
(503) 256-6511
Portland, OR 97216
(503) 256-6511
Grades: 6-8
| 635 students
Rank: #44.
Harrison Park School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2225 Se 87th Ave
Portland, OR 97216
(503) 916-5700
Portland, OR 97216
(503) 916-5700
Grades: K-8
| 573 students
Rank: #55.
Ventura Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
145 Se 117th Ave
Portland, OR 97216
(503) 256-6508
Portland, OR 97216
(503) 256-6508
Grades: K-5
| 376 students
Rank: #66.
Mill Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Se 117th Ave
Portland, OR 97216
(503) 256-6507
Portland, OR 97216
(503) 256-6507
Grades: PK-5
| 446 students
97216, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2225 Se 87th Ave
Portland, OR 97216
(503) 916-5700
Portland, OR 97216
(503) 916-5700
Grades: 6-8
| 346 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97216, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97216, OR include Creative Science School, Cherry Park Elementary School and Floyd Light Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 97216?
6 public schools are located in 97216.
What percentage of students in 97216 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 97216 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97216?
97216 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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