Best 97236 Oregon Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 885 students in 97236, OR.
The top-ranked public preschools in 97236, OR are Gilbert Park Elementary School and Gilbert Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 97236 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Oregon public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 97236, OR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Oregon public preschool average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Best 97236, OR Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gilbert Park Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
13132 Se Ramona St
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 256-6531
Gr: PK-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Gilbert Heights Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
12839 Se Holgate Blvd
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 256-6502
Gr: PK-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 76%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 97236, OR?
The top-ranked public preschools in 97236, OR include Gilbert Park Elementary School and Gilbert Heights Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 97236?
2 public preschools are located in 97236.
What is the racial composition of students in 97236?
97236 public preschools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Oregon public preschools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

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