Below Average
#1092 of 1,226 schools in OR
Alder Creek Middle School
Middle School · North Clackamas SD 12
13801 SE Webster Rd, Milwaukie, OR 97267
Enrollment
831
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
831
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#1,092 of 1,226
In Milwaukie
#12 of 17
public schools
In district
#26 of 31
North Clackamas SD 12
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About Alder Creek Middle School
Alder Creek Middle School is a public middle school in Milwaukie, OR, part of North Clackamas SD 12. Alder Creek Middle School serves approximately 831 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Alder Creek Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,092 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for Alder Creek Middle School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- OR avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Alder Creek Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Alder Creek Middle School — Students at Alder Creek Middle School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 30 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.3/10.
How Alder Creek Middle School Compares
See how Alder Creek Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
13801 SE Webster Rd, Milwaukie, OR 97267
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alder Creek Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Walter L Kraxberger Middle School (rated 6.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Gladstone), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rowe Middle School (rated 5.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Milwaukie, see our Milwaukie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97267 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,178
Median Home Value
$489,100
Median Rent
$1,607/mo
Population
31,160
College Educated
35%
Homeownership
72.7%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
44.4
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| Parrish Middle School Salem, OR | 4.1 |
| Tumwata Middle School Oregon City, OR | 4.1 |
| Valor Middle School Woodburn, OR | 4.0 |
| St Helens Middle School St. Helens, OR | 4.2 |
| High Desert Middle School Bend, OR | 4.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alder Creek Middle School
What grades does Alder Creek Middle School serve?
Alder Creek Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Alder Creek Middle School?
Alder Creek Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 831 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alder Creek Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Alder Creek Middle School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alder Creek Middle School rank in OR?
Alder Creek Middle School ranks #1,092 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Alder Creek Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Alder Creek Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Alder Creek Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alder Creek Middle School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Alder Creek Middle School a charter school?
No, Alder Creek Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alder Creek Middle School a Title I school?
No, Alder Creek Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alder Creek Middle School?
69.2% of students at Alder Creek Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 831
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clackamas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.5%
- Phone
- (503) 353-5700
Resources & Links
District
North Clackamas SD 12- District Enrollment
- 16,940
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,392
- District Rank
- #26 of 31
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