Serving 432 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rock Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% 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: 432 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rock Creek 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
Rock Creek Elementary School's student population of 432 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rock Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rock Creek Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#144 out of 1196 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
20%
4%
Hispanic
17%
25%
Black
n/a
3%
White
51%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
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 Rock Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Rock Creek Elementary School is ranked #144 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Rock Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Rock Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Findley Elementary School, Springville K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Rock Creek Elementary School?
432 students attend Rock Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Rock Creek Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rock Creek Elementary School?
Rock Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rock Creek Elementary School offer ?
Rock Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rock Creek Elementary School part of?
Rock Creek Elementary School is part of Beaverton SD 48j School District.
In what neighborhood is Rock Creek Elementary School located?
Rock Creek Elementary School is located in the Rock Creek neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Rock Creek.
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