For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,833 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 58% (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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97212, OR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alameda Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2732 Ne Fremont St
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-6036
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-6036
Gr: K-5 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Beverly Cleary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1915 Ne 33rd
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-6480
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-6480
Gr: K-8 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Sabin Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
Irvington Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | 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
Gr: K-5 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #55.
Grant High School
(Math: 38% | 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
Gr: 9-12 | 2,149 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #66.
Rose City Park
(Math: 57% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2334 Ne 57th Ave
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-6765
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-6765
Gr: K-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #77.
Beaumont Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4043 Ne Fremont St
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-5610
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 916-5610
Gr: 6-8 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #88.
Kairos Pdx
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3635 N Williams
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 567-9820
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 567-9820
Gr: K-5 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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