For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,196 students in 97233, OR (there are 6 private schools, serving 927 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 97233, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 97233, OR are David Douglas High School, Rockwood Preparatory Academy and Patrick Lynch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97233 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97233, OR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97233, OR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
David Douglas High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Se 135th Ave
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 261-8300
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 261-8300
Gr: 9-12 | 2,756 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Rockwood Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
740 Se 182nd Ave
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 907-1023
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 907-1023
Gr: K-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Patrick Lynch Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1546 Se 169th Pl
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3203
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3203
Gr: K-5 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Park Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13200 Se Lincoln St
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 256-6504
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 256-6504
Gr: PK-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #55.
Parklane Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
15811 Se Main St
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3205
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3205
Gr: K-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #66.
Alder Elementary School
(Math: 3% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
17200 Se Alder St
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 491-2722
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 491-2722
Gr: K-5 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: n/an/a
Holla School
Charter School
14513 Se Stark St
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 660-8438
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 660-8438
Gr: K-4 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
15840 Se Taylor St
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3207
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3207
Gr: 6-8 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97233, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97233, OR include David Douglas High School, Rockwood Preparatory Academy and Patrick Lynch Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97233?
8 public schools are located in 97233.
What percentage of students in 97233 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 97233 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97233?
97233 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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