For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,220 students in 97203, OR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97203, OR are Astor Elementary School, George Middle School and Cesar Chavez K-8 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 97203 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Oregon public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 97203, OR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public middle school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97203, OR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Astor Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5601 N Yale St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6244
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6244
Gr: K-8 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
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
Gr: 6-8 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #33.
Cesar Chavez K-8 School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5103 N Willis Blvd
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5666
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5666
Gr: K-8 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
97203, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6941 North Central St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5261
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5261
Gr: 9-12 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
5103 N Willis Blvd
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5666
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5666
Gr: PK-12 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
6941 North Central St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5260
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5260
Gr: 9-12 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
6941 North Central St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5263
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5263
Gr: 9-12 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 97203, OR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97203, OR include Astor Elementary School, George Middle School and Cesar Chavez K-8 School.
How many public middle schools are located in 97203?
3 public middle schools are located in 97203.
What is the racial composition of students in 97203?
97203 public middle schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public middle schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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