Serving 1,021 students in grades 6-8, Happy Valley Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 38% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 47% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,021 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Happy Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Happy Valley Middle School's student population of 1,021 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,021 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Happy Valley Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Happy Valley Middle School is 0.66, 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
#308 out of 1196 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
20%
4%
Hispanic
13%
25%
Black
3%
3%
White
53%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Happy Valley Middle School is ranked #308 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Happy Valley Middle School often compared to?
Happy Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosemont Ridge Middle School, Alder Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Happy Valley Middle School?
1,021 students attend Happy Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Happy Valley Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Happy Valley Middle School?
Happy Valley Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Happy Valley Middle School offer ?
Happy Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Happy Valley Middle School part of?
Happy Valley Middle School is part of North Clackamas SD 12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Happy Valley Middle School located?
Happy Valley Middle 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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