For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 642 students in 97227, OR (there are 1 private school, serving 131 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 97227, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 97227, OR are Harriet Tubman Middle School and Boise-eliot Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97227 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97227, OR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97227, OR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harriet Tubman Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2231 N Flint
Portland, OR 97227
(503) 916-5630
Portland, OR 97227
(503) 916-5630
Gr: 6-8 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Boise-eliot Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
620 N Fremont
Portland, OR 97227
(503) 916-6171
Portland, OR 97227
(503) 916-6171
Gr: PK-5 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97227, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97227, OR include Harriet Tubman Middle School and Boise-eliot Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97227?
2 public schools are located in 97227.
What percentage of students in 97227 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 97227 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97227?
97227 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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