For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,155 students in 97116, OR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 97116, OR are Dilley Elementary School, Harvey Clarke Elementary School and Forest Grove Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 97116 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 97116, OR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public elementary school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97116, OR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dilley Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4115 Sw Dilley Rd
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2493
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2493
Gr: K-4 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Harvey Clarke Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2516 N B St
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2478
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2478
Gr: K-4 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Forest Grove Community School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1914 Pacific Avenue
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-4600
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-4600
Gr: 1-8 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Tom Mccall Upper Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1341 Pacific Ave
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2506
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2506
Gr: 5-6 | 706 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #55.
Fern Hill Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4445 Heather St
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2550
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2550
Gr: PK-4 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #66.
Joseph Gale Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3130 18th Ave
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2482
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-2482
Gr: PK-4 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 97116, OR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 97116, OR include Dilley Elementary School, Harvey Clarke Elementary School and Forest Grove Community School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 97116?
6 public elementary schools are located in 97116.
What is the racial composition of students in 97116?
97116 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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