For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 471 students in 97209, OR (there are , serving 491 private students). 49% of all K-12 students in 97209, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 97209, OR are Metropolitan Learning Center and Emerson School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97209 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97209, OR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97209, OR 51爆料s (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Metropolitan Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2033 Nw Glisan St
Portland, OR 97209
(503) 916-5737
Portland, OR 97209
(503) 916-5737
Gr: K-12 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Emerson School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
105 Nw Park Ave
Portland, OR 97209
(503) 525-6124
Portland, OR 97209
(503) 525-6124
Gr: K-5 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97209, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97209, OR include Metropolitan Learning Center and Emerson School.
How many public schools are located in 97209?
2 public schools are located in 97209.
What percentage of students in 97209 go to public school?
49% of all K-12 students in 97209 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97209?
97209 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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