For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,280 students in 97224, OR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 97224, OR are Alberta Rider Elementary School, Twality Middle School and Durham Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 97224 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 97224, OR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public elementary school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97224, OR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Alberta Rider Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14850 Sw 132nd Ter
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-4900
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-4900
Grades: K-5
| 387 students
Rank: #22.
Twality Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14650 Sw 97th Ave
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-5200
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-5200
Grades: 6-8
| 977 students
Rank: #33.
Durham Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7980 Sw Durham Rd
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-4500
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-4500
Grades: PK-5
| 552 students
Rank: #44.
Deer Creek Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
16155 Sw 131st Ave
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-4450
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-4450
Grades: K-5
| 539 students
Rank: #55.
James Templeton Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9500 Sw Murdock St
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-4850
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-4850
Grades: PK-5
| 543 students
Rank: #66.
Creekside Community High School
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8040 Sw Durham Rd
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-4580
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-4580
Grades: 6-12
| 173 students
Rank: n/an/a
15600 Sw River Terrace Blvd
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-3500
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-3500
Grades: PK-5
| 109 students
97224, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
8040 SW Durham Rd Tigard
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-4580
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-4580
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 97224, OR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 97224, OR include Alberta Rider Elementary School, Twality Middle School and Durham Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 97224?
7 public elementary schools are located in 97224.
What is the racial composition of students in 97224?
97224 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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