For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,597 students in 97223, OR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 97223, OR are Montclair Elementary School, Mary Woodward Elementary School and Charles F Tigard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 97223 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 97223, OR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public elementary school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97223, OR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Montclair Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7250 Sw Vermont
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 356-2190
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 356-2190
Gr: K-5 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Mary Woodward Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12325 Sw Katherine St
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 431-4700
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 431-4700
Gr: K-5 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Charles F Tigard Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12850 Sw Grant St
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 431-4400
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 431-4400
Gr: K-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #44.
Metzger Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10350 Sw Lincoln St
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 431-4600
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 431-4600
Gr: PK-5 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #55.
Thomas R Fowler Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10865 Sw Walnut St
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 431-5000
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 431-5000
Gr: 6-8 | 743 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #66.
Tigard-tualatin Virtual Academy
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6960 Sw Sandburg St
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 431-3730
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 431-3730
Gr: K-12 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 97223, OR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 97223, OR include Montclair Elementary School, Mary Woodward Elementary School and Charles F Tigard Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 97223?
6 public elementary schools are located in 97223.
What is the racial composition of students in 97223?
97223 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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