For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 602 students in 97217, OR.
The top-ranked public preschools in 97217, OR are Beach Elementary School and The Ivy School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 97217 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Oregon public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 97217, OR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Oregon public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public preschool average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97217, OR Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beach Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1710 N Humboldt St
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-6236
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-6236
Gr: PK-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
The Ivy School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5420 N. Interstate
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 288-8553
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 288-8553
Gr: PK-8 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
97217, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7650 N Commercial Ave
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-6240
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-6240
Gr: K-5 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
4915 North Gantenbein Ave
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-5468
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-5468
Gr: PK-8 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
7528 N Fenwick Ave
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-6270
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-6270
Gr: K-5 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
5210 N Kerby Ave
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-5180
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 916-5180
Gr: 9-12 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
5420 N Interstate Ave
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 285-3833
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 preschools in 97217, OR?
The top-ranked public preschools in 97217, OR include Beach Elementary School and The Ivy School.
How many public preschools are located in 97217?
2 public preschools are located in 97217.
What is the racial composition of students in 97217?
97217 public preschools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public preschools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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