Serving 1,158 students in grades 6-8, Happy Valley Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 40% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Happy Valley Middle School serves the northeast section of Happy Valley, OR, covering an area of approximately 9.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Happy Valley Middle School's student population of 1,158 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,158 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Happy Valley Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Happy Valley Middle School is 0.67, 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
#297 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
25%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 12-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 Happy Valley Middle School's ranking?
Happy Valley Middle School is ranked #297 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Happy Valley Middle School often compared to?
Happy Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosemont Ridge Middle School, Alder Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Happy Valley Middle School?
1,158 students attend Happy Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Happy Valley Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Happy Valley Middle School?
Happy Valley Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Happy Valley Middle School offer ?
Happy Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Happy Valley Middle School part of?
Happy Valley Middle School is part of North Clackamas SD 12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Happy Valley Middle School located?
Happy Valley Middle School is located in the Rock Creek neighborhood of Happy Valley, OR. There are 2 other public schools located in Rock Creek.
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