For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,454 students in 97219, OR (there are 10 private schools, serving 1,722 private students). 72% of all K-12 students in 97219, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 97219, OR are Rieke Elementary School, Riverdale Grade School and Stephenson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97219 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97219, OR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97219, OR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rieke Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1405 Sw Vermont
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-5768
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-5768
Gr: K-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Riverdale Grade School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11733 S Breyman Ave
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 262-4842
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 262-4842
Gr: K-8 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Stephenson Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2627 Sw Stephenson St
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-6318
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-6318
Gr: K-5 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #44.
Maplewood Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7452 Sw 52nd Ave
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-6308
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-6308
Gr: K-5 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #55.
Riverdale High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9727 Sw Terwilliger Blvd
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 262-4844
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 262-4844
Gr: 9-12 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #66.
Capitol Hill Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8401 Sw 17th Ave
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-6303
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-6303
Gr: K-5 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #77.
Jackson Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10625 Sw 35th
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-5680
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-5680
Gr: 6-8 | 715 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #88.
Markham Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10531 Sw Capitol Hwy
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-5681
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-5681
Gr: K-5 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #99.
Ida B. Wells-barnett High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1151 Sw Vermont St
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-5280
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-5280
Gr: 9-12 | 1,650 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97219, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97219, OR include Rieke Elementary School, Riverdale Grade School and Stephenson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97219?
9 public schools are located in 97219.
What percentage of students in 97219 go to public school?
72% of all K-12 students in 97219 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97219?
97219 public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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