For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 134 students in 97209, OR.
The top-ranked public charter school in 97209, OR is Emerson School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 97209 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Oregon public charter school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). Charter schools in 97209, OR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Oregon public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public charter school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97209, OR Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 charter schools in 97209, OR?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 97209, OR include Emerson School.
How many public charter schools are located in 97209?
1 public charter schools are located in 97209.
What is the racial composition of students in 97209?
97209 public charter schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public charter schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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