Excellent
#123 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 10% in state
Bolton Primary School
Elementary School · West Linn-Wilsonville SD 3J
5933 Holmes St, West Linn, OR 97068
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In West Linn
#3 of 10
public schools
Oregon elementary schools
#107 of 689
In district
#3 of 16
West Linn-Wilsonville SD 3J
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Bolton Primary School
Bolton Primary School is a public elementary school in West Linn, OR, part of the West Linn-Wilsonville SD 3J. The school serves approximately 226 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 17.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 90th percentile among OR schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 63% proficiency in math, 31 points above the state average and 74% in reading/language arts, 31 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $145,877, where 63% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Bolton Primary School — Students at Bolton Primary School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 8 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.9/10.
How Bolton Primary School Compares
See how Bolton Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 62% (2019) to 66.4% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 77% (2019) to 70.4% (2025).
Location
5933 Holmes St, West Linn, OR 97068
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bolton Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cedaroak Park Primary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Gladstone Center for Children and Families (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Gladstone), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Riverside Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Milwaukie), with a comparable rating. For more schools in West Linn, see our West Linn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$145,877
Median Home Value
$760,900
Median Rent
$1,994/mo
Population
30,254
College Educated
62.9%
Homeownership
84.9%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
43.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Bolton Primary School has a median household income of $145,877. It is a well-educated community where 63% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $760,900, with a median rent of $1,994/month. The local poverty rate of 5.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 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 |
|---|---|
| Amity Creek Elementary School Bend, OR | 8.5 |
| Cascades School Lebanon, OR | 8.5 |
| Terra Linda Elementary School Portland, OR | 8.5 |
| Twin Oaks Elementary School Eugene, OR | 8.5 |
| Buff Elementary School Madras, OR | 8.6 |
| Cloverdale Elementary School Turner, OR | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bolton Primary School
What grades does Bolton Primary School serve?
Bolton Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bolton Primary School?
Bolton Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 226 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bolton Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bolton Primary School is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bolton Primary School rank in OR?
Bolton Primary School is ranked #123 out of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Bolton Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bolton Primary 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 Bolton Primary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Bolton Primary School has 62.5% math proficiency and 73.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Bolton Primary School a charter school?
No, Bolton Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bolton Primary School a Title I school?
No, Bolton Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bolton Primary School?
16.8% of students at Bolton Primary 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
- Walk Score
- 41 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 28 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 57 Bikeable
- City Safety
- Elevated (834/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 226
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clackamas County
- Phone
- (503) 673-7900
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
West Linn-Wilsonville SD 3J- District Enrollment
- 9,057
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,948
- District Rank
- #3 of 16
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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