For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 847 students in 97239, OR (there are 7 private schools, serving 515 private students). 50% of all K-12 students in 97239, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 97239, OR are Gray Middle School and Portland Village School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97239 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97239, OR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97239, OR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gray Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5505 Sw 23rd Ave
Portland, OR 97239
(503) 916-5676
Portland, OR 97239
(503) 916-5676
Gr: 6-8 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Portland Village School
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4650 S Macadam Ave
Portland, OR 97239
(503) 445-0056
Portland, OR 97239
(503) 445-0056
Gr: K-8 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97239, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97239, OR include Gray Middle School and Portland Village School.
How many public schools are located in 97239?
2 public schools are located in 97239.
What percentage of students in 97239 go to public school?
50% of all K-12 students in 97239 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97239?
97239 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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