Best 97205 Oregon Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 1,579 students in 97205, OR (there are 5 private schools, serving 329 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 97205, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 97205, OR is Lincoln High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 97205 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97205, OR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).

Best 97205, OR Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1750 Sw Salmon St.
Portland, OR 97205
(503) 916-5200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,579 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 37%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 97205, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97205, OR include Lincoln High School.
How many public schools are located in 97205?
1 public schools are located in 97205.
What percentage of students in 97205 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 97205 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97205?
97205 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).

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