The brief
The top-rated high schools in Portland for 2026 are Riverdale High School (9.1/10), Grant High School (8.4/10), and Cleveland High School (7.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of 15 high schools with real test data included in this ranking. Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Portland's 16 ranked high schools show meaningful variation in performance, with composite scores ranging from well below average to standout. Cleveland High School leads the group at 8.8 out of 10, followed by Riverdale at 8.4 and Lincoln at 8.1. The metro average sits at 6.9, but more than half the ranked schools — 9 out of 16 — clear the 7-point mark, suggesting a solid tier of competitive options for families. The table below lets you sort by overall score, enrollment, and other key metrics. Whether you're prioritizing academic performance, school size, or proximity, the data gives you a direct comparison across every ranked school in the metro. Start with the top scorers or filter by what matters most to your family — the spread here is wide enough that school choice will likely come down to fit as much as raw performance.
Ranked by composite score; the tick is the score on the 1–10 axis.
- 19.1
- 28.4
- 37.9
- 47.2
- 57.1
- 67.0
- 76.7
- 86.6
- 96.6
- 106.0
All 15 ranked
Every ranked school on the axis, then the ledger.All 15
Rating · students · student-teacher ratio · grades- 1Riverdale High SchoolRiverdale SD 51jstudents 164student-teacher ratio 11.7:1grades 9th–12th
- 2Grant High SchoolPortland SD 1jstudents 2,179student-teacher ratio 21.4:1grades 9th–12th
- 3Cleveland High SchoolPortland SD 1jstudents 1,472student-teacher ratio 19.4:1grades 9th–12th
- 4Lincoln High SchoolPortland SD 1jstudents 1,579student-teacher ratio 20.8:1grades 9th–12th
- 5Benson Polytechnic High SchoolPortland SD 1jstudents 818student-teacher ratio 14.9:1grades 9th–12th
- 6Sunset High SchoolBeaverton SD 48jstudents 1,879student-teacher ratio 22.4:1grades 9th–12th
- 7Leodis V. Mcdaniel High SchoolPortland SD 1jstudents 1,649student-teacher ratio 16.7:1grades 9th–12th
- 8Westview High SchoolBeaverton SD 48jstudents 2,413student-teacher ratio 22.8:1grades 9th–12th
- 9Jefferson High SchoolPortland SD 1jstudents 525student-teacher ratio 12.8:1grades 9th–12th
- 10Franklin High SchoolPortland SD 1jstudents 1,811student-teacher ratio 17.8:1grades 9th–12th
- 11David Douglas High SchoolDavid Douglas SD 40students 2,810student-teacher ratio 20.7:1grades 9th–12th
- 12Ida B. Wells-Barnett High SchoolPortland SD 1jstudents 1,650student-teacher ratio 20.4:1grades 9th–12th
- 13Roosevelt High SchoolPortland SD 1jstudents 1,454student-teacher ratio 16.7:1grades 9th–12th
- 14Alliance High SchoolPortland SD 1jstudents 193student-teacher ratio 8.0:1grades 9th–12th
- 15Parkrose High SchoolParkrose SD 3students 1,011student-teacher ratio 24.7:1grades 9th–12th
Scores are based on 2024-25 data from the NCES Common Core of Data and Oregon education department. Rankings are relative to all public high schools in Oregon. Learn about our methodology.
The map
The top 15 pinned; open a pin for the campus.Campus by campus
What each of the top ten reports.- 1
Riverdale High School
Riverdale SD 51j
164 students · 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 5% in Oregon
- Academics
- 9.8
- Growth
- 9.2
- Environment
- 9.8
- 2
Grant High School
Portland SD 1j
2,179 students · 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 13% in Oregon
- Academics
- 8.5
- Growth
- 9.2
- Environment
- 6.3
- 3
Cleveland High School
Portland SD 1j
1,472 students · 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 20% in Oregon
- Academics
- 8.1
- Growth
- 8.2
- Environment
- 6.5
- 4
Lincoln High School
Portland SD 1j
1,579 students · 20.8:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 32% in Oregon
- Academics
- 7.9
- Growth
- 5.8
- Environment
- 6.1
- 5
Benson Polytechnic High School
Portland SD 1j
818 students · 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 34% in Oregon
- Academics
- 5.5
- Growth
- 5.6
- Environment
- 9.0
- 6
Sunset High School
Beaverton SD 48j
1,879 students · 22.4:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 34% in Oregon
- Academics
- 7.8
- Growth
- 6.9
- Environment
- 4.0
- 7
Leodis V. Mcdaniel High School
Portland SD 1j
1,649 students · 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 42% in Oregon
- Academics
- 5.8
- Growth
- 7.4
- Environment
- 7.7
- 8
Westview High School
Beaverton SD 48j
2,413 students · 22.8:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 43% in Oregon
- Academics
- 6.2
- Growth
- 7.5
- Environment
- 3.2
- 9
Jefferson High School
Portland SD 1j
525 students · 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 45% in Oregon
- Academics
- 2.8
- Growth
- 8.7
- Environment
- 7.0
- 10
Franklin High School
Portland SD 1j
1,811 students · 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 57% in Oregon
- Academics
- 5.2
- Growth
- 3.7
- Environment
- 6.4
Questions
What is the best high school in Portland, Oregon?
According to MySchoolScout's 2026 rankings, Riverdale High School is the top-rated high school in Portland with a composite score of 9.1/10. The score blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools — with equity shown as context, not scored.
How many high schools are in Portland, Oregon?
Portland has 33 high schools. Of these, 29 have enough data for a full composite rating on MySchoolScout.
What is the average high school rating in Portland?
Among 29 Portland high schools with a composite score, the average is 6.7/10. Scores range from 1.0 (bottom of the state) to 10.0 (top 1% in Oregon).
How does MySchoolScout rate high schools?
Schools with enough data receive a 1-10 composite score that blends Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but not scored. All scores are computed within Oregon, so schools are compared to peers in the same state. Data comes from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments.
What is a good school rating on MySchoolScout?
A score of 7 or above means a school is in roughly the top 30% of its state. A 5 is average. Anything above 8 is exceptional. Our ratings are relative to other schools in Oregon, not a national comparison, because each state has different testing standards.
How should I use this ranking?
Consider your child's learning style. Some children thrive in smaller settings (look for student-teacher ratios under 14:1), while others do well in larger, more social environments. The schools on this list range widely in size and approach.
Look beyond the composite score. A school ranked #15 might be the best fit if it excels in growth (improving student outcomes year over year) even if its raw academic score is lower. Click into individual school profiles to see the breakdown.
Visit your top choices. Walk the hallways during a school day. Watch how teachers interact with students. Ask about before- and after-school care, transportation, and parent involvement. These details matter more than any dataset.
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