For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 862 students in 97223, OR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97223, OR are Thomas R Fowler Middle School and Tigard-tualatin Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 97223 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Oregon public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 97223, OR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public middle school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97223, OR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomas R Fowler Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10865 Sw Walnut St
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 431-5000
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 431-5000
Gr: 6-8 | 744 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Tigard-tualatin Virtual Academy
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6960 Sw Sandburg St
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 431-3730
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 431-3730
Gr: K-12 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 97223, OR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97223, OR include Thomas R Fowler Middle School and Tigard-tualatin Virtual Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 97223?
2 public middle schools are located in 97223.
What is the racial composition of students in 97223?
97223 public middle schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public middle schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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