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Best 97217 Oregon Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,940 students in 97217, OR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 97217, OR are Beach Elementary School, Chief Joseph Elementary School and The Ivy School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 97217 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 97217, OR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Oregon public elementary school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).

Best 97217, OR Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beach Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1710 N Humboldt St
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-6236
Gr: PK-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Chief Joseph Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2409 N Saratoga St
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-6255
Gr: K-5 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
The Ivy School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5420 N. Interstate
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 288-8553
Gr: PK-8 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Portland Village School
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
7654 N Delaware St
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 445-0056
Gr: K-8 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #55.
Peninsula Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
8125 N Emerald Ave
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-6275
Gr: K-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #66.
Ockley Green Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
6031 N Montana
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-5660
Gr: 6-8 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 97217 Oregon

97217, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Applegate Elementary School (Closed 2006)
7650 N Commercial Ave
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-6240
Gr: K-5 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Humboldt Elementary School (Closed 2013)
4915 North Gantenbein Ave
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-5468
Gr: PK-8 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Kenton Elementary School (Closed 2006)
7528 N Fenwick Ave
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-6270
Gr: K-5 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
School Of Pride (Closed 2007)
5210 N Kerby Ave
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-5180
Gr: 9-12 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Trillium (Closed 2020)
5420 N Interstate Ave
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 285-3833
Gr: K-12 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 97217, OR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 97217, OR include Beach Elementary School, Chief Joseph Elementary School and The Ivy School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 97217?
6 public elementary schools are located in 97217.
What is the racial composition of students in 97217?
97217 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Oregon public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).

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