Best 97017 Oregon Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 442 students in 97017, OR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 97017, OR are Colton Middle School and Colton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 97017 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 97017, OR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public elementary school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).

Best 97017, OR Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Colton Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
21580 S Schieffer Rd
Colton, OR 97017
(503) 824-2319
Gr: 6-8 | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Colton Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
30439 S Grays Hill Rd
Colton, OR 97017
(503) 824-3536
Gr: K-5 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
Colton Virtual Academy
30205 S Wall St
Colton, OR 97017
(503) 824-3535
Gr: K-12 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 136:1 Minority enrollment: 21%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 97017, OR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 97017, OR include Colton Middle School and Colton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 97017?
3 public elementary schools are located in 97017.
What is the racial composition of students in 97017?
97017 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).

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