For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,946 students in 97217, OR (there are 5 private schools, serving 879 private students). 76% 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 37% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97217, OR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 43% (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 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
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 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
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 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
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 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #55.
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 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #66.
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 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
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?
6 public schools are located in 97217.
What percentage of students in 97217 go to public school?
76% 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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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