Best 97222 Oregon Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 975 students in 97222, OR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97222, OR are Cascade Heights Public Charter School and Rowe Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 97222 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Oregon public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 97222, OR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public middle school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Best 97222, OR Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cascade Heights Public Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
11326 Se 47th Ave
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 653-3996
Gr: K-8 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Rowe Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3606 Se Lake Rd
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 353-5725
Gr: 6-8 | 747 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 46%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 97222, OR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97222, OR include Cascade Heights Public Charter School and Rowe Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 97222?
2 public middle schools are located in 97222.
What is the racial composition of students in 97222?
97222 public middle schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public middle schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

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