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#112 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 9% in state

Amity Creek Elementary School

Elementary School · Bend-LaPine Administrative SD 1

437 NW Wall St, Bend, OR 97701

Enrollment

142

Student-Teacher

20.3:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Bend

#2 of 31

public schools

Oregon elementary schools

#97 of 689

In district

#1 of 35

Bend-LaPine Administrative SD 1

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Amity Creek Elementary School

Amity Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bend, OR, part of the Bend-LaPine Administrative SD 1. The school serves approximately 142 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 20.3:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 90.9th percentile among OR schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 51% proficiency in math, 19 points above the state average and 66% in reading/language arts, 23 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.8/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $77,969, where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a midsize city setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 142 students, Amity Creek Elementary School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

The student-teacher ratio at Amity Creek Elementary School is 20.3:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+2.06 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.4Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59.4%
Reading/ELA Proficiency70.3%
Math vs. State Avg+27.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+27.3 pts
Overall Proficiency65%
Expected (poverty-adj.)47%
vs. Expected+18.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment3.9Fair20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,955

Amity Creek Elementary School — Students at Amity Creek Elementary School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.7%
School
State
31.8%
ELA Proficiency 66.0%
School
State
43.0%

Based on 8 test records from OR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
49.5%
ELA
69.5%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2025
Math
59.4%
ELA
70.3%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Amity Creek Elementary School Compares

See how Amity Creek Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
91th percentile in OR
Academic
9.4/10
9.4/10
Growth
9.8/10
Above average
Environment
3.9/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
7 teachers

Location

437 NW Wall St, Bend, OR 97701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Amity Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. High Lakes Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Westside Village Magnet School at Kingston Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Pine Ridge Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bend, see our Bend schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Highland School at Kenwood Elementary School Bend 0.5 mi 6.0
DESCHUTES RIVER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bend 0.7 mi
Westside Village Magnet School at Kingston Elementary School Bend 0.7 mi 7.9
Bend Tech Academy Bend 1.0 mi 6.6
Bend Senior High School Bend 1.1 mi 5.9
THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF BEND Bend 1.5 mi 7.0
A CHILD'S GARDEN Bend 1.5 mi
SEVEN PEAKS SCHOOL Bend 1.5 mi 3.3
Cascade Middle School Bend 1.7 mi 7.8
Silver Rail Elementary School Bend 1.8 mi 7.2
Juniper Elementary School Bend 1.6 mi 6.8
Bear Creek Elementary School Bend 1.6 mi 5.4
Bend International School Bend 2.3 mi 7.2
Pine Ridge Elementary Bend 2.3 mi 7.7
Pilot Butte Middle School Bend 1.8 mi 6.2
High Lakes Elementary School Bend 1.8 mi 8.1
COIC - BEND Bend 1.8 mi 4.0
Desert Sky Montessori Bend 2.7 mi 7.7
R E Jewell Elementary School Bend 2.5 mi 4.6
Realms Middle School Bend 2.6 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,969

Median Home Value

$567,800

Median Rent

$1,700/mo

Population

42,543

College Educated

42.4%

Homeownership

53.9%

Avg Commute

16.3 min

Poverty Rate

12.4%

Median Age

37.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Amity Creek Elementary School has a median household income of $77,969. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $567,800, with a median rent of $1,700/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.4%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 16 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ASHBROOK INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Corvallis, OR 8.5
Family School Eugene, OR 8.5
A RENAISSANCE SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Portland, OR 8.6
Athena Elementary School Athena, OR 8.4
Garibaldi Elementary School Garibaldi, OR 8.6
Gilchrist Elementary School Gilchrist, OR 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Amity Creek Elementary School

What grades does Amity Creek Elementary School serve?

Amity Creek Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Amity Creek Elementary School?

Amity Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 142 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Amity Creek Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Amity Creek Elementary School is 20.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Amity Creek Elementary School rank in OR?

Amity Creek Elementary School is ranked #112 out of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Amity Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Amity Creek Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Amity Creek Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Amity Creek Elementary School has 50.7% math proficiency and 66.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Amity Creek Elementary School a charter school?

No, Amity Creek Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Amity Creek Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Amity Creek Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Amity Creek Elementary School?

21.8% of students at Amity Creek Elementary 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
79 Very Bikeable
City Safety
High (1,551/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Bend). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
142
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Deschutes County
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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