Serving 810 students in grades 6-8, Alder Creek Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 810 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alder Creek Middle School serves the west part of Portland, OR, covering an attendance area of approximately 8.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being about 1.8 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 3.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alder Creek Middle School's student population of 810 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
810 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Alder Creek Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alder Creek Middle School is 0.57, which is less 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
#931 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.8%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alder Creek Middle School's ranking?
Alder Creek Middle School is ranked #931 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Alder Creek Middle School often compared to?
Alder Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rowe Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Alder Creek Middle School?
810 students attend Alder Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Alder Creek Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alder Creek Middle School?
Alder Creek Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alder Creek Middle School offer ?
Alder Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alder Creek Middle School part of?
Alder Creek Middle School is part of North Clackamas SD 12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Alder Creek Middle School located?
Alder Creek Middle School is located in the North Clackamas neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in North Clackamas.
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