For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,892 students in 97211, OR (there are 2 private schools, serving 96 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 97211, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 97211, OR are Vernon Elementary School, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School and Woodlawn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97211 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97211, OR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97211, OR Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Vernon Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2044 Ne Killingsworth St
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 916-6415
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 916-6415
Grades: PK-8
| 517 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4906 Ne 6th Ave
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 916-6456
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 916-6456
Grades: PK-5
| 297 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Woodlawn Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7200 Ne 11th Ave
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 916-6282
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 916-6282
Grades: PK-5
| 285 students
Rank: #44.
Faubion Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2930 Ne Dekum St
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 916-5686
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 916-5686
Grades: PK-8
| 626 students
Rank: #55.
Alliance High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4039 Ne Alberta Ct
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 916-5747
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 916-5747
Grades: 9-12
| 167 students
97211, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Victory Middle School (Closed 2008)
Charter School
5250 Ne Martin Luther King
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 789-9099
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 789-9099
Grades: 6-8
| 1 students
Vocational Village High School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
4039 Ne Alberta Ct
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 916-5747
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 916-5747
Grades: PK-12
| 116 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97211, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97211, OR include Vernon Elementary School, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School and Woodlawn Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97211, OR?
5 public schools are located in 97211, OR.
What percentage of students in 97211, OR go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 97211, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97211, OR?
97211, OR public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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