Oregon is the #29 largest school system in the United States, serving 541,703 students across the 1,302 public schools for the 2025 school year (there are 462 private schools, serving 58,566 students). 90% of all K-12 students in Oregon attend public schools, compared to the national average of 90%.
The percentage of students achieving math proficiency in Oregon is 31%. The percentage of students achieving reading proficiency is 44%.
The top-ranked public schools in Oregon are Evergreen Elementary School, Findley Elementary School, and Palisades World Language School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test scores.
Minority enrollment is 42%, with the majority being Hispanic and the student:teacher ratio is 18:1.
Top Ranked Public Schools in Oregon (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Student Proficiency
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
Evergreen Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 80-89% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥90% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-8
3727 Cascade Hwy Ne
Silverton, OR 97381
(503) 873-4845
Silverton, OR 97381
(503) 873-4845
Rank: #22.
Findley Elementary School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 90% (Top 1%)
Reading: 88% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
4155 Nw Saltzman Rd
Portland, OR 97229
(503) 356-2100
Portland, OR 97229
(503) 356-2100
Rank: #33.
Palisades World Language School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 80-84% (Top 1%)
Reading: 85-89% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
1500 Greentree Rd
Lake Oswego, OR 97034
(503) 534-2302
Lake Oswego, OR 97034
(503) 534-2302
Rank: #44.
Winterhaven School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 83% (Top 1%)
Reading: 85% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-8
3830 Se 14th Ave
Portland, OR 97202
(503) 916-6200
Portland, OR 97202
(503) 916-6200
Rank: #55.
Alameda Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 82% (Top 1%)
Reading: 85% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
2732 Ne Fremont St
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-6036
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-6036
Rank: #66.
Highland School At Kenwood Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 80-84% (Top 1%)
Reading: 80-84% (Top 5%)
Grades: K-5
701 Nw Newport Ave
Bend, OR 97701
(541) 355-1900
Bend, OR 97701
(541) 355-1900
Rank: #77.
Westridge Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 81% (Top 1%)
Reading: 84% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
3400 Royce Way
Lake Oswego, OR 97034
(503) 534-2371
Lake Oswego, OR 97034
(503) 534-2371
Rank: #88.
Victor Point Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 70-74% (Top 5%)
Reading: 85-89% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-8
1175 Victor Point Rd Se
Silverton, OR 97381
(503) 873-4987
Silverton, OR 97381
(503) 873-4987
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Forest Park Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 75-79% (Top 1%)
Reading: 80-84% (Top 5%)
Grades: K-5
9935 Nw Durrett St
Portland, OR 97229
(503) 916-5400
Portland, OR 97229
(503) 916-5400
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Rieke Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 75-79% (Top 1%)
Reading: 80-84% (Top 5%)
Grades: K-5
1405 Sw Vermont
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-5768
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-5768
Overview
This State (OR)
# Schools
1,302 Schools
# Students
541,703 Students
Gender %
# Teachers
29,489 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
Student By Grade
State Acdeamy
State Average (OR)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
Graduation Rate
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.60
# American Indian Students
6,222 Students
% American Indian Students
1%
# Asian Students
22,114 Students
% Asian Students
4%
# Hispanic Students
140,608 Students
% Hispanic Students
26%
# Black Students
12,826 Students
% Black Students
3%
# White Students
312,965 Students
% White Students
58%
# Hawaiian Students
4,696 Students
% Hawaiian Students
1%
# Two or more races Students
39,453 Students
% of Two or more races Students
7%
All Ethnic Groups
State Revenue and Spending
This State (OR)
Total Revenue (22-23)
$9,902 MM
Spending (22-23)
$10,468 MM
Revenue / Student (22-23)
$18,279
Spending / Student (22-23)
$19,325
Best Oregon Public Schools by County (2025)
Popular cities: Portland (186 schools), Salem (70 schools), Eugene (54 schools), Beaverton (42 schools), Bend (32 schools).
County
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Oregon?
The top-ranked public schools in Oregon include Evergreen Elementary School, Findley Elementary School, and Palisades World Language School.
How many public schools are located in Oregon?
1,302 public schools are located in Oregon.
What percentage of students in Oregon go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Oregon attend public schools (compared to the national average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Oregon?
Minority enrollment in Oregon is 42%, with the majority being Hispanic.
Which public schools in Oregon are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Oregon include: John C Fremont Middle School vs. Joseph Lane Middle School, South Albany High School vs. West Albany High School, Barnes Butte Elementary School vs. Crooked River Elementary School
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