Best Powell Valley Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,028 students in the neighborhood of Powell Valley, Gresham, OR.
The neighborhood of Powell Valley, Gresham, OR public schools have a diversity score of 0.64, which is more than the Oregon public school average of 0.60.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Powell Valley, Gresham, OR (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Powell Valley Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4825 Se Powell Valley Rd
Gresham, OR 97080
(503) 661-1510
Gr: K-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Gordon Russell Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3625 Se Powell Valley Rd
Gresham, OR 97080
(503) 667-6900
Gr: 6-8 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 56%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Powell Valley, Gresham, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Powell Valley, Gresham, OR include Powell Valley Elementary School and Gordon Russell Middle School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Powell Valley, Gresham?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Powell Valley, Gresham.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Powell Valley, Gresham?
the neighborhood of Powell Valley, Gresham public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).

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