Serving 874 students in grades 9-12, Milwaukie High 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 874 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Milwaukie High School serves the northwest part of Portland, OR, covering an area of approximately 8.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Milwaukie High School's student population of 874 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
874 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1907
School Rankings
Milwaukie High 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 Milwaukie High School is 0.66, 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
#983 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
37%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
45%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
78%
81.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64.2%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
16%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milwaukie High School's ranking?
Milwaukie High School is ranked #983 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Milwaukie High School often compared to?
Milwaukie High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Putnam High School, Gladstone High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Milwaukie High School?
The graduation rate of Milwaukie High School is 78%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81.3%.
How many students attend Milwaukie High School?
874 students attend Milwaukie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Milwaukie High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milwaukie High School?
Milwaukie High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Milwaukie High School offer ?
Milwaukie High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Milwaukie High School part of?
Milwaukie High School is part of North Clackamas SD 12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Milwaukie High School located?
Milwaukie High School is located in the Historic Milwaukie neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Historic Milwaukie.
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