Serving 840 students in grades 6-8, Alder Creek Middle 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 13% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower 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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 840 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alder Creek Middle School's student population of 840 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
840 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alder Creek Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 740 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alder Creek Middle School is 0.57, 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
#665 out of 740 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
29%
25%
Black
2%
2%
White
59%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alder Creek Middle School's ranking?
Alder Creek Middle School is ranked #665 out of 740 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Alder Creek Middle School often compared to?
Alder Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rowe Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% OR state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% OR state average).
How many students attend Alder Creek Middle School?
840 students attend Alder Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Alder Creek Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alder Creek Middle School?
Alder Creek Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alder Creek Middle School offer ?
Alder Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alder Creek Middle School part of?
Alder Creek Middle School is part of North Clackamas SD 12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Alder Creek Middle School located?
Alder Creek Middle School is located in the North Clackamas neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in North Clackamas.
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