Best 97211 Oregon Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,149 students in 97211, OR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97211, OR are Vernon Elementary School and Faubion Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 97211 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Oregon public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 97211, OR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Oregon public middle school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Best 97211, OR Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vernon Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2044 Ne Killingsworth St
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 916-6415
Gr: PK-8 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Faubion Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2930 Ne Dekum St
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 916-5686
Gr: PK-8 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 97211, OR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97211, OR include Vernon Elementary School and Faubion Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 97211?
2 public middle schools are located in 97211.
What is the racial composition of students in 97211?
97211 public middle schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Oregon public middle schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

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