Serving 61 students in grades 1-8, Willowcreek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Willowcreek Elementary School serves the northwest part of Vale, OR, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 383.5 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 26.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willowcreek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Willowcreek Elementary School's student population of 61 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
61 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Willowcreek 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 Willowcreek Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#164 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willowcreek Elementary School's ranking?
Willowcreek Elementary School is ranked #164 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Willowcreek Elementary School often compared to?
Willowcreek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Willowcreek Elementary School?
61 students attend Willowcreek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Willowcreek Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willowcreek Elementary School?
Willowcreek Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Willowcreek Elementary School offer ?
Willowcreek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willowcreek Elementary School part of?
Willowcreek Elementary School is part of Vale SD 84 School District.
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