For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 885 students in 97236, OR.
The top ranked public preschools in 97236, OR are Gilbert Park Elementary School and Gilbert Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 97236 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Oregon public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 97236, OR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Oregon public preschool average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97236, OR Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gilbert Park Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13132 Se Ramona St
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 256-6531
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 256-6531
Gr: PK-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Gilbert Heights Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
12839 Se Holgate Blvd
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 256-6502
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 256-6502
Gr: PK-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 97236, OR?
The top ranked public preschools in 97236, OR include Gilbert Park Elementary School and Gilbert Heights Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 97236?
2 public preschools are located in 97236.
What is the racial composition of students in 97236?
97236 public preschools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Oregon public preschools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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