For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,571 students in 97233, OR (there are 5 private schools, serving 902 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 97233, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 97233, OR are David Douglas High School, Rockwood Preparatory Academy and Patrick Lynch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97233 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97233, OR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97233, OR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
David Douglas High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Se 135th Ave
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 261-8300
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 261-8300
Gr: 9-12 | 2,810 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Rockwood Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
740 Se 182nd Ave
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 907-1023
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 907-1023
Gr: K-5 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
Patrick Lynch Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1546 Se 169th Pl
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3203
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3203
Gr: K-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #44.
Oliver Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
15840 Se Taylor St
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3207
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3207
Gr: K-6 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #55.
Lincoln Park Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13200 Se Lincoln St
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 256-6504
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 256-6504
Gr: PK-5 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #66.
Parklane Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
15811 Se Main St
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3205
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3205
Gr: K-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #77.
Alder Elementary School
(Math: 3% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
17200 Se Alder St
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 491-2722
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 491-2722
Gr: K-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
Holla School
Charter School
14513 Se Stark St
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 660-8438
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 660-8438
Gr: K-3 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: n/an/a
15840 Se Taylor St
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3207
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3207
Gr: 6-8 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
97233, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Centennial Park School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
17630 Se Main St
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3202
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3202
Gr: 7-12
1400 Se 135th
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 261-8470
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 261-8470
Gr: K | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97233, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97233, OR include David Douglas High School, Rockwood Preparatory Academy and Patrick Lynch Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97233?
9 public schools are located in 97233.
What percentage of students in 97233 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 97233 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97233?
97233 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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