Best Public Elementary Schools in 97203 (Portland, OR) (2025-26)

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Best 97203 Oregon Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,081 students in 97203, OR.

The top ranked public elementary schools in 97203, OR are Astor Elementary School, James John Elementary School and Sitton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public elementary schools in zipcode 97203 have an score of 22% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 33%), and score of 28% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 97203, OR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public elementary schools.

Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public elementary school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).

Best 97203, OR Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Astor Elementary School

(Math: 47% | Reading: 49%)
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5601 N Yale St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6244

Gr: K-8 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%

Rank: #22.

James John Elementary School

(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
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7439 N Charleston Ave
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6266

Gr: K-5 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%

Rank: #33.

Sitton Elementary School

(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
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9930 N Smith St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6277

Gr: K-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%

Rank: #44.

George Middle School

(Math: 9% | Reading: 24%)
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10000 N Burr
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6262

Gr: 6-8 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 79%

Rank: #55.

Cesar Chavez K-8 School

(Math: 10% | Reading: 18%)
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5103 N Willis Blvd
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5666

Gr: K-8 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%

Rank: #66.

Rosa Parks Elementary School

(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
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8960 N Woolsey Ave
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6250

Gr: PK-5 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 90%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 97203 Oregon

97203, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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Arts, Communication & Technology School (Closed 2013)

6941 North Central St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5261

Gr: 9-12 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%

Portsmouth Middle School (Closed 2008)

5103 N Willis Blvd
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5666

Gr: PK-12 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 66%

Pursuit Of Wellness Education At Roosevelt Campus High School (Closed 2013)

6941 North Central St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5260

Gr: 9-12 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 76%

Spanish-english International School (Closed 2013)

6941 North Central St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5263

Gr: 9-12 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 80%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 97203, OR?

The top ranked public elementary schools in 97203, OR include Astor Elementary School, James John Elementary School and Sitton Elementary School.

How many public elementary schools are located in 97203?

6 public elementary schools are located in 97203.

What is the racial composition of students in 97203?

97203 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).