For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,465 students in 97217, OR (there are , serving 578 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 97217, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 97217, OR are Beach Elementary School, Chief Joseph Elementary School and The Ivy School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97217 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97217, OR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97217, OR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beach Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1710 N Humboldt St
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-6236
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-6236
Gr: PK-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Chief Joseph Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2409 N Saratoga St
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-6255
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-6255
Gr: K-5 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
The Ivy School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5420 N. Interstate
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 288-8553
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 288-8553
Gr: PK-8 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Portland Village School
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7654 N Delaware St
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 445-0056
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 445-0056
Gr: K-8 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #55.
Peninsula Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8125 N Emerald Ave
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-6275
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-6275
Gr: K-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #66.
Ockley Green Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6031 N Montana
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-5660
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-5660
Gr: 6-8 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #77.
Jefferson High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5210 N Kerby Ave
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-5180
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-5180
Gr: 9-12 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
97217, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7650 N Commercial Ave
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-6240
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-6240
Gr: K-5 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
4915 North Gantenbein Ave
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-5468
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-5468
Gr: PK-8 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
7528 N Fenwick Ave
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-6270
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-6270
Gr: K-5 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
5210 N Kerby Ave
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-5180
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-5180
Gr: 9-12 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
5420 N Interstate Ave
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 285-3833
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 285-3833
Gr: K-12 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97217, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97217, OR include Beach Elementary School, Chief Joseph Elementary School and The Ivy School.
How many public schools are located in 97217?
7 public schools are located in 97217.
What percentage of students in 97217 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 97217 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97217?
97217 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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