For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,597 students in 97223, OR (there are 10 private schools, serving 2,103 private students). 55% of all K-12 students in 97223, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 97223, OR are Montclair Elementary School, Mary Woodward Elementary School and Charles F Tigard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97223 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97223, OR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97223, OR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Montclair Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7250 Sw Vermont
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 356-2190
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 356-2190
Gr: K-5 | 282 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Mary Woodward Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12325 Sw Katherine St
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 431-4700
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 431-4700
Gr: K-5 | 451 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Charles F Tigard Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12850 Sw Grant St
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 431-4400
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 431-4400
Gr: K-5 | 453 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #44.
Metzger Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10350 Sw Lincoln St
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 431-4600
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 431-4600
Gr: PK-5 | 545 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #55.
Thomas R Fowler Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10865 Sw Walnut St
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 431-5000
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 431-5000
Gr: 6-8 | 743 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #66.
Tigard-tualatin Virtual Academy
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6960 Sw Sandburg St
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 431-3730
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 431-3730
Gr: K-12 | 123 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97223, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97223, OR include Montclair Elementary School, Mary Woodward Elementary School and Charles F Tigard Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97223?
6 public schools are located in 97223.
What percentage of students in 97223 go to public school?
55% of all K-12 students in 97223 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97223?
97223 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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