For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,470 students in 97236, OR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97236, OR are Alice Ott Middle School and Centennial Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 97236 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Oregon public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 97236, OR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public middle school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97236, OR Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alice Ott Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12500 Se Ramona St
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 256-6510
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 256-6510
Gr: 6-8 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Centennial Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
17650 Se Brooklyn St
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 762-3206
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 762-3206
Gr: 6-8 | 876 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 97236, OR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97236, OR include Alice Ott Middle School and Centennial Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 97236?
2 public middle schools are located in 97236.
What is the racial composition of students in 97236?
97236 public middle schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public middle schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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