For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,935 students in 97212, OR (there are 1 private school, serving 260 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 97212, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 97212, OR are Alameda Elementary School, Beverly Cleary School and Sabin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97212 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97212, OR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97212, OR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Alameda Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2732 Ne Fremont St
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-6036
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-6036
Grades: K-5
| 521 students
Rank: #22.
Beverly Cleary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1915 Ne 33rd
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-6480
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-6480
Grades: K-8
| 558 students
Rank: #33.
Sabin Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4013 Ne 18th Ave
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-6181
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-6181
Grades: PK-5
| 302 students
Rank: #44.
Grant High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2245 Ne 36th Ave
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-5160
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-5160
Grades: 9-12
| 2,179 students
Rank: #55.
Irvington Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1320 Ne Brazee St
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-6185
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-6185
Grades: K-5
| 235 students
Rank: #66.
Rose City Park
(Math: 50% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2334 Ne 57th Ave
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-6765
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-6765
Grades: K-5
| 464 students
Rank: #77.
Beaumont Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4043 Ne Fremont St
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-5610
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-5610
Grades: 6-8
| 434 students
Rank: #88.
Kairos Pdx
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3635 N Williams
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 567-9820
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 567-9820
Grades: K-5
| 242 students
97212, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1915 Ne 33rd
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-6480
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-6480
Grades: PK-12
| 466 students
Ptld Night High School At Grant (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
2245 Ne 36th Ave
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-5160
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-5160
Grades: 9-12
| 100 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97212, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97212, OR include Alameda Elementary School, Beverly Cleary School and Sabin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97212?
8 public schools are located in 97212.
What percentage of students in 97212 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 97212 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97212?
97212 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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