Oregon City High School is a public high school in the northwest United States in Oregon City, Oregon, a suburb south of Portland.
Serving 1,944 students in grades 9-12, Oregon City Senior 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 11% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 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 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,944 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 30% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oregon City Senior High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 78.4 square miles in Oregon City, OR. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 8.9 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oregon City Senior High School's student population of 1,944 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,944 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1885
School Calendar
School Motto
To create a safe and caring environment where all students acquire skills, knowledge, and behaviors necessary to be a productive citizen in an ever-changing world.
School Rankings
Oregon City Senior 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 Oregon City Senior High School is 0.46, 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
#1025 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
81.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.1%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Pioneer Pete
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oregon City Senior High School's ranking?
Oregon City Senior High School is ranked #1025 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Oregon City Senior High School often compared to?
Oregon City Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canby High School, Gladstone High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oregon City Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Oregon City Senior High School is 90%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81.3%.
How many students attend Oregon City Senior High School?
1,944 students attend Oregon City Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Oregon City Senior High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oregon City Senior High School?
Oregon City Senior High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oregon City Senior High School offer ?
Oregon City Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oregon City Senior High School part of?
Oregon City Senior High School is part of Oregon City SD 62 School District.
In what neighborhood is Oregon City Senior High School located?
Oregon City Senior High School is located in the Caufield neighborhood of Oregon City, OR.
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