For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 471 students in 97209, OR (there are , serving 491 private students). 49% of all K-12 students in 97209, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 97209, OR are Metropolitan Learning Center and Emerson School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97209 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97209, OR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97209, OR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Metropolitan Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2033 Nw Glisan St
Portland, OR 97209
(503) 916-5737
Portland, OR 97209
(503) 916-5737
Gr: K-12 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Emerson School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
105 Nw Park Ave
Portland, OR 97209
(503) 525-6124
Portland, OR 97209
(503) 525-6124
Gr: K-5 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97209, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97209, OR include Metropolitan Learning Center and Emerson School.
How many public schools are located in 97209?
2 public schools are located in 97209.
What percentage of students in 97209 go to public school?
49% of all K-12 students in 97209 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97209?
97209 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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