Serving 489 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Happy Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Happy Valley 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
Diversity
School Overview
Happy Valley Elementary School's student population of 489 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
489 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Happy Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Happy Valley Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#88 out of 1196 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
4%
Hispanic
10%
25%
Black
3%
3%
White
56%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Happy Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Happy Valley Elementary School is ranked #88 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Happy Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Happy Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scouters Mountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Happy Valley Elementary School?
489 students attend Happy Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Happy Valley Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Happy Valley Elementary School?
Happy Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Happy Valley Elementary School offer ?
Happy Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Happy Valley Elementary School part of?
Happy Valley Elementary School is part of North Clackamas SD 12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Happy Valley Elementary School located?
Happy Valley Elementary School is located in the Rock Creek neighborhood of Happy Valley, OR. There are 2 other public schools located in Rock Creek.
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