For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 717 students in 97201, OR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 97201, OR are Ainsworth Elementary School and Emerson School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 97201 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 97201, OR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Oregon public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97201, OR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ainsworth Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2425 Sw Vista Ave
Portland, OR 97201
(503) 916-6288
Portland, OR 97201
(503) 916-6288
Gr: K-5 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Emerson School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1800 Sw 1st Ave Ste 1
Portland, OR 97201
(503) 525-6124
Portland, OR 97201
(503) 525-6124
Gr: K-5 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 97201, OR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 97201, OR include Ainsworth Elementary School and Emerson School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 97201?
2 public elementary schools are located in 97201.
What is the racial composition of students in 97201?
97201 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Oregon public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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