For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,449 students in 97236, OR.
The top ranked public middle schools in 97236, OR are Alice Ott Middle School and Centennial Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 97236 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Oregon public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 97236, OR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Oregon public middle school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97236, OR Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Alice Ott Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12500 Se Ramona St
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 256-6510
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 256-6510
Grades: 6-8
| 582 students
Rank: #22.
Centennial Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
17650 Se Brooklyn St
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 762-3206
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 762-3206
Grades: 6-8
| 867 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 97236, OR?
The top ranked public middle schools in 97236, OR include Alice Ott Middle School and Centennial Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 97236?
2 public middle schools are located in 97236.
What is the racial composition of students in 97236?
97236 public middle schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Oregon public middle schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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