Serving 547 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Butler Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Math Proficiency: 45%
- Reading Proficiency: 55%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Butler Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Butler Creek Elementary School's student population of 547 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
547 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Butler Creek Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
4%
Hispanic
18%
25%
Black
7%
2%
White
49%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Butler Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Butler Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Valley Elementary School, Hollydale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Butler Creek Elementary School?
547 students attend Butler Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Butler Creek Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Butler Creek Elementary School?
Butler Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Butler Creek Elementary School offer ?
Butler Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Butler Creek Elementary School part of?
Butler Creek Elementary School is part of Centennial SD 28j School District.
In what neighborhood is Butler Creek Elementary School located?
Butler Creek Elementary School is located in the Southwest neighborhood of Gresham, OR.
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