For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,121 students in 97219, OR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97219, OR are Riverdale Grade School and Jackson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 97219 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Oregon public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 97219, OR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Oregon public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public middle school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97219, OR Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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%
97219, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8935 Sw 52nd Ave
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-6316
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-6316
Gr: K-5 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 97219, OR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97219, OR include Riverdale Grade School and Jackson Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 97219?
2 public middle schools are located in 97219.
What is the racial composition of students in 97219?
97219 public middle schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public middle schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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