Serving 698 students in grades 9-12, Molalla High School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Molalla High School's student population of 698 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
698 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Molalla High School ranks within the top 50% of all 740 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Molalla High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#330 out of 740 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
21%
25%
Black
n/a
2%
White
71%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Molalla High School's ranking?
Molalla High School is ranked #330 out of 740 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Molalla High School often compared to?
Molalla High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oregon City Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% OR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Molalla High School?
The graduation rate of Molalla High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Molalla High School?
698 students attend Molalla High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Molalla High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Molalla High School?
Molalla High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Molalla High School offer ?
Molalla High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Molalla High School part of?
Molalla High School is part of Molalla River SD 35 School District.
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