For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 642 students in 97227, OR.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 97227 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 97227, OR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Oregon public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97227, OR Public Elementary 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 elementary schools in 97227, OR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 97227, OR include Harriet Tubman Middle School and Boise-eliot Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 97227?
2 public elementary schools are located in 97227.
What is the racial composition of students in 97227?
97227 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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