For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,008 students in 97221, OR (there are , serving 204 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 97221, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 97221, OR are Bridlemile Elementary School and Hayhurst Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97221 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97221, OR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97221, OR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bridlemile Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4300 Sw 47th Dr
Portland, OR 97221
(503) 916-6292
Portland, OR 97221
(503) 916-6292
Gr: K-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Hayhurst Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5037 Sw Iowa St
Portland, OR 97221
(503) 916-6300
Portland, OR 97221
(503) 916-6300
Gr: K-8 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
97221, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4015 Sw Canyon Rd
Portland, OR 97221
(503) 471-9917
Portland, OR 97221
(503) 471-9917
Gr: K-5 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97221, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97221, OR include Bridlemile Elementary School and Hayhurst Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97221?
2 public schools are located in 97221.
What percentage of students in 97221 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 97221 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97221?
97221 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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