For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,028 students in the neighborhood of Powell Valley, Gresham, OR.
The neighborhood of Powell Valley, Gresham, OR public elementary schools have a diversity score of 0.64, which is more than the Oregon public elementary school average of 0.60.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in the neighborhood of Powell Valley, Gresham, OR (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Powell Valley Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4825 Se Powell Valley Rd
Gresham, OR 97080
(503) 661-1510
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:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3625 Se Powell Valley Rd
Gresham, OR 97080
(503) 667-6900
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 elementary schools in the neighborhood of Powell Valley, Gresham, OR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in the neighborhood of Powell Valley, Gresham, OR include Powell Valley Elementary School and Gordon Russell Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of Powell Valley, Gresham?
2 public elementary 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 elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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