Serving 509 students in grades Kindergarten-5, 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 38% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Butler Creek Elementary School serves the eastern part of Gresham, OR, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families within this attendance zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Butler Creek Elementary School's student population of 509 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
509 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Butler Creek Elementary 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 Butler Creek Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#383 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
16%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.6%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bobcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Butler Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Butler Creek Elementary School is ranked #383 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Butler Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Butler Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Butler Creek Elementary School?
509 students attend Butler Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Butler Creek Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
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-5 (No virtual instruction).
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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