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#800 of 1,226 schools in OR

Boones Ferry Primary School

Elementary School · West Linn-Wilsonville SD 3J

11495 Wilsonville Rd, Wilsonville, OR 97070

Enrollment

477

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#800 of 1,226

In Wilsonville

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#16 of 16

West Linn-Wilsonville SD 3J

Academic performance

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Boones Ferry Primary School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Wilsonville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Boones Ferry Primary School

Boones Ferry Primary School is a public elementary school in Wilsonville, OR, part of West Linn-Wilsonville SD 3J. Boones Ferry Primary School serves approximately 477 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Boones Ferry Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #800 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Boones Ferry Primary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.2 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 7.8
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

43% of students at Boones Ferry Primary 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.8% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected+2.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,948
Chronic Absenteeism43.2%

Boones Ferry Primary School — Students at Boones Ferry Primary School score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 62.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 OSAS)

Based on 30 test records from OR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
84%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
24.5%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
33%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
38.8%
ELA
48%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How Boones Ferry Primary School Compares

See how Boones Ferry Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
35th percentile in OR
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

11495 Wilsonville Rd, Wilsonville, OR 97070

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Boones Ferry Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lowrie Primary School (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Archer Glen Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Sherwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hawks View Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Sherwood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wilsonville, see our Wilsonville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Inza R Wood Middle School Wilsonville 0.1 mi 7.2
Lowrie Primary School Wilsonville 0.8 mi 8.8
Wilsonville High School Wilsonville 2.4 mi 6.9
Boeckman Creek Primary School Wilsonville 2.5 mi 5.9
HORIZON CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Tualatin 3.6 mi 6.6
Meridian Creek Middle School Wilsonville 2.8 mi 8.3
Tualatin High School Tualatin 4.2 mi 6.7
Edward Byrom Elementary School Tualatin 4.5 mi 7.3
Sherwood Charter School Sherwood 4.2 mi 7.7
Archer Glen Elementary School Sherwood 4.2 mi 8.8
SMOCKVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sherwood 4.6 mi
Tualatin Elementary School Tualatin 5.1 mi 5.4
Hawks View Elementary School Sherwood 4.6 mi 8.8
ST FRANCIS SCHOOL Sherwood 4.7 mi 6.8
Sherwood Middle School Sherwood 4.8 mi 8.1
Multi-sensory Instruction Teaching Children Hands-On (MITCH) Tualatin 5.5 mi 8.6
HORIZON CHRISTIAN ELEMEMTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL Tualatin 5.5 mi 5.5
North Marion Primary School Aurora 6.0 mi 6.5
North Marion Middle School Aurora 6.0 mi 6.1
North Marion Intermediate School Aurora 6.1 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97070 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,953

Median Home Value

$601,200

Median Rent

$1,842/mo

Population

26,363

College Educated

47.2%

Homeownership

52.1%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

39.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Boones Ferry Primary School

What grades does Boones Ferry Primary School serve?

Boones Ferry Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Boones Ferry Primary School?

Boones Ferry Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 477 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Boones Ferry Primary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Boones Ferry Primary School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Boones Ferry Primary School rank in OR?

Boones Ferry Primary School ranks #800 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Boones Ferry Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Boones Ferry Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Boones Ferry Primary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Boones Ferry Primary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Boones Ferry Primary School a charter school?

No, Boones Ferry Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Boones Ferry Primary School a Title I school?

No, Boones Ferry Primary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Boones Ferry Primary School?

41.7% of students at Boones Ferry 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
77 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Clackamas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.2%

District

West Linn-Wilsonville SD 3J
District Enrollment
9,057
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,948
District Rank
#16 of 16

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