Adrienne C. Nelson High School is a 4-year public high school in Happy Valley, Oregon. The school is the fourth and newest public high school in the North Clackamas School District.
Serving 1,536 students in grades 9-12, Adrienne C. Nelson High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adrienne C. Nelson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Adrienne C. Nelson High School's student population of 1,536 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,536 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
2021
School Rankings
Adrienne C. Nelson High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adrienne C. Nelson High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#377 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
4%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
5%
3%
White
49%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawk
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adrienne C. Nelson High School's ranking?
Adrienne C. Nelson High School is ranked #377 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Adrienne C. Nelson High School often compared to?
Adrienne C. Nelson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clackamas High School, Milwaukie High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Adrienne C. Nelson High School?
The graduation rate of Adrienne C. Nelson High School is 96%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Adrienne C. Nelson High School?
1,536 students attend Adrienne C. Nelson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Adrienne C. Nelson High School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adrienne C. Nelson High School?
Adrienne C. Nelson High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Adrienne C. Nelson High School offer ?
Adrienne C. Nelson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Adrienne C. Nelson High School part of?
Adrienne C. Nelson High School is part of North Clackamas SD 12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Adrienne C. Nelson High School located?
Adrienne C. Nelson High School is located in the Rock Creek neighborhood of Clackamas, OR. There are 2 other public schools located in Rock Creek.
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