For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 321 students in 97236, OR.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 97236, OR are Portland Arthur Academy Charter School and Arthur Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 97236 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Oregon public charter school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). Charter schools in 97236, OR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Oregon public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public charter school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97236, OR Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Portland Arthur Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7507 Se Yamhill St
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 257-3936
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 257-3936
Gr: K-5 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Arthur Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13717 Se Division St
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 252-3753
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 252-3753
Gr: K-5 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 97236, OR?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 97236, OR include Portland Arthur Academy Charter School and Arthur Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 97236?
2 public charter schools are located in 97236.
What is the racial composition of students in 97236?
97236 public charter schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public charter schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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