Serving 190 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Molalla River Academy 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Molalla River Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Molalla River Academy's student population of 190 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
190 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Molalla River Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 740 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Molalla River Academy is 0.15, 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
#253 out of 740 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
25%
Black
n/a
2%
White
92%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Molalla River Academy's ranking?
Molalla River Academy is ranked #253 out of 740 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Molalla River Academy often compared to?
Molalla River Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Luckiamute Valley Charter School, Sherwood Charter School, Molalla Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% OR state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% OR state average).
How many students attend Molalla River Academy?
190 students attend Molalla River Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Molalla River Academy students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Molalla River Academy?
Molalla River Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Molalla River Academy offer ?
Molalla River Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Molalla River Academy part of?
Molalla River Academy is part of Molalla River SD 35 School District.
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