Serving 251 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rural Dell Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rural Dell Elementary School serves the southern part of its school district in Molalla, OR, covering an area of approximately 112.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being nearly 22 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rural Dell Elementary School's student population of 251 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
251 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
Rural Dell Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rural Dell Elementary 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
#543 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
25%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
69%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
7%
Showing 2011–2021. 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 Rural Dell Elementary School's ranking?
Rural Dell Elementary School is ranked #543 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Rural Dell Elementary School?
251 students attend Rural Dell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Rural Dell Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rural Dell Elementary School?
Rural Dell Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rural Dell Elementary School offer ?
Rural Dell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rural Dell Elementary School part of?
Rural Dell Elementary School is part of Molalla River SD 35 School District.
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