Serving 303 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Butte Creek Elementary 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Butte Creek Elementary School serves the northern part of its district in Mount Angel, OR, covering an area of approximately 33.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Butte Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Butte Creek Elementary School's student population of 303 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
303 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Butte Creek Elementary 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 Butte Creek Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#616 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
76%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.3%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Butte Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Butte Creek Elementary School is ranked #616 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Butte Creek Elementary School?
303 students attend Butte Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Butte Creek Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Butte Creek Elementary School?
Butte Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Butte Creek Elementary School offer ?
Butte Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Butte Creek Elementary School part of?
Butte Creek Elementary School is part of Silver Falls SD 4j School District.
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