For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,293 students in 97055, OR.
The top ranked public schools in 97055, OR are Oregon Trail Academy, Kelso Elementary School and Welches Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97055 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97055, OR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97055, OR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oregon Trail Academy
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
36225 Se Proctor Rd
Sandy, OR 97055
(503) 668-5521
Sandy, OR 97055
(503) 668-5521
Grades: K-8
| 239 students
Rank: #22.
Kelso Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
34651 Se Kelso Rd
Sandy, OR 97055
(503) 668-8020
Sandy, OR 97055
(503) 668-8020
Grades: K-5
| 363 students
Rank: #33.
Welches Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
24901 E Salmon River Rd
Sandy, OR 97055
(503) 622-3165
Sandy, OR 97055
(503) 622-3165
Grades: K-5
| 182 students
Rank: #44.
Boring Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
27801 Se Dee St
Sandy, OR 97055
(503) 668-9393
Sandy, OR 97055
(503) 668-9393
Grades: 6-8
| 432 students
Rank: #55.
Naas Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12240 Se School Ave
Sandy, OR 97055
(503) 668-4454
Sandy, OR 97055
(503) 668-4454
Grades: K-5
| 333 students
Rank: #66.
Cedar Ridge Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
17100 Bluff Rd
Sandy, OR 97055
(503) 668-8067
Sandy, OR 97055
(503) 668-8067
Grades: 6-8
| 439 students
Rank: #77.
Welches Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
24903 E Salmon River Rd
Sandy, OR 97055
(503) 622-3165
Sandy, OR 97055
(503) 622-3165
Grades: 6-8
| 76 students
Rank: #88.
Firwood Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
42900 Se Trubel Rd
Sandy, OR 97055
(503) 668-8005
Sandy, OR 97055
(503) 668-8005
Grades: K-5
| 456 students
Rank: #99.
Sandy High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
37400 Bell St
Sandy, OR 97055
(503) 668-8011
Sandy, OR 97055
(503) 668-8011
Grades: 9-12
| 1,434 students
Rank: #1010.
Sandy Grade School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
38955 Pleasant St
Sandy, OR 97055
(503) 668-8065
Sandy, OR 97055
(503) 668-8065
Grades: K-5
| 339 students
97055, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Po Box 547
Sandy, OR 97055
(503) 668-4411
Sandy, OR 97055
(503) 668-4411
Grades: K-5
| 112 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97055, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97055, OR include Oregon Trail Academy, Kelso Elementary School and Welches Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97055?
10 public schools are located in 97055.
What is the racial composition of students in 97055?
97055 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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