For the 2025-26 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,240 students in 97222, OR (there are , serving 1,707 private students). 71% of all K-12 students in 97222, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 97222, OR are Sojourner School, Ardenwald Elementary School and Milwaukie Academy Of The Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97222 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97222, OR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97222, OR Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sojourner School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11909 Se Linwood Ave
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 353-5460
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 353-5460
Gr: K-5 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Ardenwald Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8950 Se 36th St
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 353-5320
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 353-5320
Gr: K-5 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Milwaukie Academy Of The Arts
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11300 Se 23rd Ave
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 353-5834
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 353-5834
Gr: 9-12 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 323:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #44.
Lewelling Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5325 Se Logus Rd
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 353-5440
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 353-5440
Gr: K-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Milwaukie El Puente Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11250 Se 27th Ave
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 353-5480
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 353-5480
Gr: K-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #66.
Oak Grove Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2150 Se Torbank Rd
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 353-5520
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 353-5520
Gr: K-5 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #77.
Linwood Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11909 Se Linwood Ave
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 353-5460
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 353-5460
Gr: K-5 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #88.
Milwaukie High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2301 Se Willard St.
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 353-5830
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 353-5830
Gr: 9-12 | 962 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #99.
Rowe Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3606 Se Lake Rd
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 353-5725
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 353-5725
Gr: 6-8 | 712 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #1010.
Whitcomb Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7400 Se Thompson Rd
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 353-5660
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 353-5660
Gr: K-5 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
97222, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
11326 Se 47th Ave
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 353-5360
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 353-5360
Gr: K-6 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Milwaukie Eschool High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
11300 Se 23rd Ave
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 353-5833
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 353-5833
Gr: 9-12 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
6031 Se King Rd
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 653-3697
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 653-3697
Gr: K-6 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97222, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97222, OR include Sojourner School, Ardenwald Elementary School and Milwaukie Academy Of The Arts.
How many public schools are located in 97222?
10 public schools are located in 97222.
What percentage of students in 97222 go to public school?
71% of all K-12 students in 97222 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97222?
97222 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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