Serving 398 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rock Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Rock Creek Elementary School serves the northwest part of Portland, OR, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families typically experience a brief drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rock Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rock Creek Elementary School's student population of 398 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
398 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1975
School Rankings
Rock Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rock Creek Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#169 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Asian
21%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
2%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
47%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-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
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.4%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rock Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Rock Creek Elementary School is ranked #169 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Rock Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Rock Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Findley Elementary School, Springville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Rock Creek Elementary School?
398 students attend Rock Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Rock Creek Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% 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 Rock Creek Elementary School?
Rock Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rock Creek Elementary School offer ?
Rock Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rock Creek Elementary School part of?
Rock Creek Elementary School is part of Beaverton SD 48j School District.
In what neighborhood is Rock Creek Elementary School located?
Rock Creek Elementary School is located in the Rock Creek neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Rock Creek.
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