For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,204 students in 97224, OR.
The top-ranked public preschools in 97224, OR are Durham Elementary School and James Templeton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 97224 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Oregon public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 97224, OR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public preschool average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97224, OR Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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
Gr: PK-5 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
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
Gr: PK-5 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: n/an/a
15600 Sw River Terrace Blvd
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-3500
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-3500
Gr: PK-5 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
97224, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8040 SW Durham Rd Tigard
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-4580
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 431-4580
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 97224, OR?
The top-ranked public preschools in 97224, OR include Durham Elementary School and James Templeton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 97224?
3 public preschools are located in 97224.
What is the racial composition of students in 97224?
97224 public preschools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public preschools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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