For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,772 students in 97219, OR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 97219, OR are Rieke Elementary School, Riverdale Grade School and Stephenson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 97219 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 97219, OR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public elementary school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97219, OR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rieke Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1405 Sw Vermont
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-5768
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-5768
Grades: K-5
| 288 students
Rank: #22.
Riverdale Grade School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11733 S Breyman Ave
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 262-4842
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 262-4842
Grades: K-8
| 400 students
Rank: #33.
Stephenson Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2627 Sw Stephenson St
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-6318
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-6318
Grades: K-5
| 310 students
Rank: #44.
Maplewood Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7452 Sw 52nd Ave
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-6308
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-6308
Grades: K-5
| 301 students
Rank: #55.
Capitol Hill Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8401 Sw 17th Ave
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-6303
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-6303
Grades: K-5
| 361 students
Rank: #66.
Jackson Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10625 Sw 35th
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-5680
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-5680
Grades: 6-8
| 710 students
Rank: #77.
Markham Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10531 Sw Capitol Hwy
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-5681
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-5681
Grades: K-5
| 402 students
97219, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
8935 Sw 52nd Ave
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-6316
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 916-6316
Grades: K-5
| 219 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 97219, OR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 97219, OR include Rieke Elementary School, Riverdale Grade School and Stephenson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 97219?
7 public elementary schools are located in 97219.
What is the racial composition of students in 97219?
97219 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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