For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,535 students in 97203, OR (there are , serving 347 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 97203, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public 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.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 97203 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97203, OR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97203, OR ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Astor Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5601 N Yale St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6244
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%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7439 N Charleston Ave
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6266
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%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9930 N Smith St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6277
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6277
Gr: K-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #44.
Roosevelt High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6941 N Central St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5260
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5260
Gr: 9-12 | 1,454 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #55.
George Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10000 N Burr
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6262
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6262
Gr: 6-8 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #66.
Cesar Chavez K-8 School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5103 N Willis Blvd
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5666
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5666
Gr: K-8 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #77.
Rosa Parks Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8960 N Woolsey Ave
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6250
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-6250
Gr: PK-5 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
97203, Oregon ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6941 North Central St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5261
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5261
Gr: 9-12 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
5103 N Willis Blvd
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5666
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5666
Gr: PK-12 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
6941 North Central St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5260
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5260
Gr: 9-12 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
6941 North Central St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-5263
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 schools in 97203, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97203, OR include Astor Elementary School, James John Elementary School and Sitton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97203?
7 public schools are located in 97203.
What percentage of students in 97203 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 97203 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97203?
97203 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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