For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 319 students in 97236, OR.
The top ranked public charter schools in 97236, OR are Portland Arthur Academy Charter School and Arthur Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 97236 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Oregon public charter school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). Charter schools in 97236, OR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Oregon public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Oregon public charter school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97236, OR Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Portland Arthur Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7507 Se Yamhill St
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 257-3936
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 257-3936
Grades: K-5
| 164 students
Rank: #22.
Arthur Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13717 Se Division St
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 252-3753
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 252-3753
Grades: K-5
| 155 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 97236, OR?
The top ranked public charter schools in 97236, OR include Portland Arthur Academy Charter School and Arthur Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 97236?
2 public charter schools are located in 97236.
What is the racial composition of students in 97236?
97236 public charter schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Oregon public charter schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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