For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,535 students in 97203, OR (there are , serving 347 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 97203, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 97203, OR are Astor Elementary School, James John Elementary School and Sitton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97203 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97203, OR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97203, OR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Astor Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5601 N Yale St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6244
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6244
Grades: K-8
| 375 students
Rank: #22.
James John Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7439 N Charleston Ave
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6266
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6266
Grades: K-5
| 349 students
Rank: #33.
Sitton Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9930 N Smith St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6277
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6277
Grades: K-5
| 335 students
Rank: #44.
Roosevelt High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6941 N Central St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5260
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5260
Grades: 9-12
| 1,454 students
Rank: #55.
Cesar Chavez K-8 School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5103 N Willis Blvd
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5666
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5666
Grades: K-8
| 481 students
Rank: #66.
George Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10000 N Burr
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6262
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6262
Grades: 6-8
| 364 students
Rank: #77.
Rosa Parks Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8960 N Woolsey Ave
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6250
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6250
Grades: PK-5
| 177 students
97203, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6941 North Central St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5261
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5261
Grades: 9-12
| 251 students
5103 N Willis Blvd
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5666
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5666
Grades: PK-12
| 426 students
6941 North Central St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5260
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5260
Grades: 9-12
| 252 students
6941 North Central St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5263
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5263
Grades: 9-12
| 245 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97203, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97203, OR include Astor Elementary School, James John Elementary School and Sitton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97203?
7 public schools are located in 97203.
What percentage of students in 97203 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 97203 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97203?
97203 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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