Serving 417 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (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 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- 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 417 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1975
School Calendar
School Motto
Compassionate, Responsible, Lifelong Learners
School Mascot
Rocket
School Rankings
Rock Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rock Creek Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#169 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
22%
4%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
48%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rocket
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rock Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Rock Creek Elementary School is ranked #169 out of 1,174 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 Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% 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?
417 students attend Rock Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Rock Creek Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 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 17:1, which is equal to 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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