Best 97232 Oregon Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,087 students in 97232, OR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97232, OR are Laurelhurst Elementary School and Da Vinci Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 97232 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Oregon public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 97232, OR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Oregon public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public middle school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Best 97232, OR Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Laurelhurst Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
840 Ne 41st Ave
Portland, OR 97232
(503) 916-6210
Gr: K-8 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Da Vinci Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2508 Ne Everett
Portland, OR 97232
(503) 916-5356
Gr: 6-8 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 40%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 97232, OR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97232, OR include Laurelhurst Elementary School and Da Vinci Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 97232?
2 public middle schools are located in 97232.
What is the racial composition of students in 97232?
97232 public middle schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public middle schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

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