For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,204 students in 97224, OR.
The top ranked public preschools in 97224, OR are Durham Elementary School and James Templeton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 97224 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Oregon public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 97224, OR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Oregon public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public preschool average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97224, OR Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Durham Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7980 Sw Durham Rd
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-4500
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-4500
Grades: PK-5
| 552 students
Rank: #22.
James Templeton Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9500 Sw Murdock St
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-4850
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-4850
Grades: PK-5
| 543 students
Rank: n/an/a
15600 Sw River Terrace Blvd
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-3500
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-3500
Grades: PK-5
| 109 students
97224, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
8040 SW Durham Rd Tigard
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-4580
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-4580
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 97224, OR?
The top ranked public preschools in 97224, OR include Durham Elementary School and James Templeton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 97224?
3 public preschools are located in 97224.
What is the racial composition of students in 97224?
97224 public preschools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public preschools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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