For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,150 students in 97266, OR (there are 3 private schools, serving 144 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 97266, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 97266, OR are Ron Russell Middle School, Earl Boyles Elementary School and Kelly Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97266 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97266, OR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97266, OR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ron Russell Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3955 Se 112th Ave
Portland, OR 97266
(503) 256-6519
Portland, OR 97266
(503) 256-6519
Gr: 6-8 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #2 - 42. - 4.
Earl Boyles Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10822 Se Bush
Portland, OR 97266
(503) 256-6554
Portland, OR 97266
(503) 256-6554
Gr: PK-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #2 - 42. - 4.
Kelly Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9030 Se Cooper St
Portland, OR 97266
(503) 916-6350
Portland, OR 97266
(503) 916-6350
Gr: K-5 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #2 - 42. - 4.
West Powellhurst Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2921 Se 116th Ave
Portland, OR 97266
(503) 256-6509
Portland, OR 97266
(503) 256-6509
Gr: PK-5 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #55.
Lent Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5105 Se 97th Ave
Portland, OR 97266
(503) 916-6322
Portland, OR 97266
(503) 916-6322
Gr: K-5 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97266, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97266, OR include Ron Russell Middle School, Earl Boyles Elementary School and Kelly Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97266?
5 public schools are located in 97266.
What percentage of students in 97266 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 97266 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97266?
97266 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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