For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 432 students in 97231, OR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 97231, OR are Skyline Elementary School and Sauvie Island School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 97231 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 97231, OR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public elementary school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97231, OR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Skyline Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11536 Nw Skyline Blvd
Portland, OR 97231
(503) 916-5212
Portland, OR 97231
(503) 916-5212
Grades: K-8
| 218 students
Rank: #22.
Sauvie Island School
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
14445 Nw Charlton Rd
Portland, OR 97231
(503) 621-3426
Portland, OR 97231
(503) 621-3426
Grades: K-8
| 214 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 97231, OR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 97231, OR include Skyline Elementary School and Sauvie Island School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 97231?
2 public elementary schools are located in 97231.
What is the racial composition of students in 97231?
97231 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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