For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,571 students in 97233, OR (there are , serving 902 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 97233, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 97233, OR are David Douglas High School, Rockwood Preparatory Academy and Patrick Lynch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97233 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97233, OR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97233, OR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
David Douglas High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Se 135th Ave
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 261-8300
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 261-8300
Grades: 9-12
| 2,810 students
Rank: #22.
Rockwood Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
740 Se 182nd Ave
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 907-1023
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 907-1023
Grades: K-5
| 374 students
Rank: #33.
Patrick Lynch Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1546 Se 169th Pl
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3203
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3203
Grades: K-5
| 342 students
Rank: #44.
Oliver Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
15840 Se Taylor St
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3207
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3207
Grades: K-6
| 267 students
Rank: #55.
Lincoln Park Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13200 Se Lincoln St
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 256-6504
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 256-6504
Grades: PK-5
| 442 students
Rank: #66.
Parklane Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15811 Se Main St
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3205
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3205
Grades: K-5
| 437 students
Rank: #77.
Alder Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
17200 Se Alder St
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 491-2722
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 491-2722
Grades: K-5
| 377 students
Rank: n/an/a
Holla School
Charter School
14513 Se Stark St
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 660-8438
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 660-8438
Grades: K-3
| 75 students
Rank: n/an/a
15840 Se Taylor St
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3207
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3207
Grades: 6-8
| 447 students
97233, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Centennial Park School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
17630 Se Main St
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3202
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3202
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
14513 Se Stark
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 328-0420
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 328-0420
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
1400 Se 135th
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 261-8470
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 261-8470
Grades: K
| 243 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97233, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97233, OR include David Douglas High School, Rockwood Preparatory Academy and Patrick Lynch Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97233?
9 public schools are located in 97233.
What percentage of students in 97233 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 97233 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97233?
97233 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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