For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 724 students in 97201, OR (there are 8 private schools, serving 987 private students). 42% of all K-12 students in 97201, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 97201, OR are Ainsworth Elementary School and Emerson School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97201 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97201, OR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97201, OR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ainsworth Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2425 Sw Vista Ave
Portland, OR 97201
(503) 916-6288
Portland, OR 97201
(503) 916-6288
Gr: K-5 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Emerson School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1800 SW 1st Ave Suite 1
Portland, OR 97201
(503) 525-6124
Portland, OR 97201
(503) 525-6124
Gr: K-5 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97201, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97201, OR include Ainsworth Elementary School and Emerson School.
How many public schools are located in 97201?
2 public schools are located in 97201.
What percentage of students in 97201 go to public school?
42% of all K-12 students in 97201 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97201?
97201 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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