K-5 Explore Your Options
In addition to attending their neighborhood schools, families of Portland Public Schools elementary age students have several options for their K-5 education. Below are the schools and programs that are open to PPS K-5 students. Spots in the programs are available via the annual lottery, which this year will run in February 2026 (see more information).
2026 - 27 Elementary
School Lottery Window
February 18, 2026 to March 18, 2026
Go to the school’s website for videos, information, and meeting dates and times.
Learn more: Application and other information
District Map: Focus Options, Language Immersion, Charter Schools and Early Learning Sites
Dates and times are subject to change. Please contact the school for updated information. | Las fechas y horarios pueden cambiar. Comuníquese con la escuela para obtener información actualizada. | Даты и время могут быть изменены, Cвяжитесь непосредственно со школой для уточнения. | 日期和时间可能会更改。请联系学校了解最新信息。 | Ngày và giờ có thể thay đổi. Xin liên hệ trường học để cập nhật thông tin. | Taariikhda iyo waqtiyadu way isbedeli karaan. Fadlan la xiriir dugsiga wixii xog cusub.
Focus Option Schools
Arts-based programming open to neighborhood and transfer students.
Address: 320 SE 16th Ave.
Website: pps.net/buckman
A constructivist K-8 program for independent thinkers and problem solvers.
Address: 7910 SE Market St
Website: pps.net/bridgercreativescience
An interactive and integrated history-themed program.
Address: 1849 SW 58th Ave.
Website: pps.net/odyssey
A K-8 program for neighborhood and transfer students rooted in environmental education and environmental justice.
Address: 3421 SE Salmon St.
Website: pps.net/sunnyside
An enriching K-8 learning environment with an emphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math (S.T.E.A.M.).
Address: 3830 SE 14th Ave.
Website: pps.net/winterhaven
Spanish Dual Language Immersion Schools
North Portland
Northeast Portland
Southwest Portland
Southeast Portland
Chinese Dual Language Immersion Schools
Other Dual Language Immersion Schools
Other Programs, Information
K-12 alternative school featuring student-centered education
Address: 2033 NW Glisan St.
Website: pps.net/mlc
Website: pps.net/charterschools
