Best 97017 Oregon Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 314 students in 97017, OR.
The top-ranked public high school in 97017, OR is Colton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 97017 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Oregon public high school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 97017, OR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 97017 have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is less than the Oregon average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Colton High School, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Oregon or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public high school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).

Best 97017, OR Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Colton High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
30205 S Wall St
Colton, OR 97017
(503) 824-2311
Gr: 9-12 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
Colton Virtual Academy
30205 S Wall St
Colton, OR 97017
(503) 824-3535
Gr: K-12 | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 97017, OR?
The top-ranked public high schools in 97017, OR include Colton High School.
How many public high schools are located in 97017?
2 public high schools are located in 97017.
What is the racial composition of students in 97017?
97017 public high schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public high schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).

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