For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,931 students in 97116, OR (there are 3 private schools, serving 365 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 97116, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 97116, OR are Dilley Elementary School, Harvey Clarke Elementary School and Forest Grove Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97116 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97116, OR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97116, OR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dilley Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4115 Sw Dilley Rd
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2493
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2493
Gr: K-4 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Harvey Clarke Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2516 N B St
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2478
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2478
Gr: K-4 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Forest Grove Community School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1914 Pacific Avenue
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-4600
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-4600
Gr: 1-8 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Forest Grove High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Nichols Ln
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2432
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2432
Gr: 9-12 | 1,849 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #55.
Tom Mccall Upper Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1341 Pacific Ave
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2506
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2506
Gr: 5-6 | 673 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #66.
Neil Armstrong Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1777 Mt View Ln
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2465
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2465
Gr: 7-8 | 838 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #77.
Fern Hill Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4445 Heather St
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2550
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2550
Gr: PK-4 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #88.
Joseph Gale Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3130 18th Ave
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2482
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2482
Gr: PK-4 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
Community Alternative Learning Center
Alternative School
2701 Taylor Way
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2413
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2413
Gr: 9-12 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97116, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97116, OR include Dilley Elementary School, Harvey Clarke Elementary School and Forest Grove Community School.
How many public schools are located in 97116?
9 public schools are located in 97116.
What percentage of students in 97116 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 97116 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97116?
97116 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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