For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,767 students in 97211, OR (there are 2 private schools, serving 96 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 97211, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 97211, OR are Vernon Elementary School, Woodlawn Elementary School and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97211 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97211, OR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97211, OR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vernon Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2044 Ne Killingsworth St
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 916-6415
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 916-6415
Gr: PK-8 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Woodlawn Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7200 Ne 11th Ave
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 916-6282
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 916-6282
Gr: PK-5 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4906 Ne 6th Ave
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 916-6456
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 916-6456
Gr: PK-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #44.
Faubion Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2930 Ne Dekum St
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 916-5686
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 schools in 97211, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97211, OR include Vernon Elementary School, Woodlawn Elementary School and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School.
How many public schools are located in 97211?
4 public schools are located in 97211.
What percentage of students in 97211 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 97211 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97211?
97211 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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