For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,411 students in 97236, OR (there are 4 private schools, serving 495 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 97236, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 97236, OR are Portland Arthur Academy Charter School, Arthur Academy and Alice Ott Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97236 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97236, OR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97236, OR Public Schools (2026)
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%
Rank: #33.
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: #44.
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%
Rank: #55.
Gilbert Park Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13132 Se Ramona St
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 256-6531
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 256-6531
Gr: PK-5 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #66.
Gilbert Heights Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
12839 Se Holgate Blvd
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 256-6502
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 256-6502
Gr: PK-5 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #77.
Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
18009 Se Brooklyn St
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 762-3208
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 762-3208
Gr: K-5 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #88.
Powell Butte Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3615 Se 174th St
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 762-3204
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 762-3204
Gr: K-5 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97236, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97236, OR include Portland Arthur Academy Charter School, Arthur Academy and Alice Ott Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 97236?
8 public schools are located in 97236.
What percentage of students in 97236 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 97236 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97236?
97236 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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