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Butternut Creek Elementary School

Elementary School · Hillsboro SD 1J

20395 SW Florence St, Aloha, OR 97007

Enrollment

347

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#858 of 1,226

In Aloha

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#26 of 36

Hillsboro SD 1J

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Butternut Creek Elementary School

5.2/10

Elementary School in Aloha · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Butternut Creek Elementary School

Butternut Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Aloha, OR, part of Hillsboro SD 1J. Butternut Creek Elementary School serves approximately 347 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Butternut Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #858 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Butternut Creek Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Butternut Creek Elementary 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 Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20.2% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.9% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg-11.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.1 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected-8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,053
Chronic Absenteeism32.3%

Butternut Creek Elementary School — Students at Butternut Creek Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 50.9% (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
75%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
58%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
20.2%
ELA
33.9%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How Butternut Creek Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
30th percentile in OR
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.3%

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

20395 SW Florence St, Aloha, OR 97007

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Butternut Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ladd Acres Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Hillsboro), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cooper Mountain Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Beaverton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Imlay Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Hillsboro), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Aloha, see our Aloha schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Kinnaman Elementary School Beaverton 0.5 mi 4.9
Reedville Elementary School Aloha 0.9 mi 6.6
Aloha High School Beaverton 0.9 mi 4.5
Hazeldale Elementary School Aloha 1.2 mi 7.6
Indian Hills Elementary School Aloha 1.4 mi 6.7
Ladd Acres Elementary School Hillsboro 1.3 mi 8.6
VALOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL Beaverton 1.3 mi 6.4
Tobias Elementary School Aloha 1.7 mi 6.6
International School of Beaverton Beaverton 1.3 mi 8.5
R A Brown Middle School Hillsboro 1.7 mi 6.9
Rosedale Elementary School Beaverton 1.4 mi 5.8
Errol Hassell Elementary School Beaverton 1.8 mi 6.5
Mountain View Middle School Beaverton 1.6 mi 4.5
Century High School Hillsboro 1.8 mi 5.6
Aloha-Huber Park School Beaverton 1.6 mi 6.0
TUALATIN VALLEY ACADEMY Hillsboro 2.2 mi 6.8
CRESCENT ISLAMIC MONTESSORI SCHOOL Beaverton 1.8 mi
Beaver Acres Elementary School Beaverton 2.0 mi 5.0
Imlay Elementary School Hillsboro 2.4 mi 7.9
Cooper Mountain Elementary School Beaverton 2.3 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,667

Median Home Value

$582,700

Median Rent

$1,792/mo

Population

48,081

College Educated

53.7%

Homeownership

74.8%

Avg Commute

26.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

41

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Butternut Creek Elementary School

What grades does Butternut Creek Elementary School serve?

Butternut Creek Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Butternut Creek Elementary School?

Butternut Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 347 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Butternut Creek Elementary 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 Butternut Creek Elementary School rank in OR?

Butternut Creek Elementary School ranks #858 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Butternut Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Butternut Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Butternut Creek Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Butternut Creek Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Butternut Creek Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Butternut Creek Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

58.5% of students at Butternut 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
38 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
347
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.3%

District

Hillsboro SD 1J
District Enrollment
18,761
Schools in District
37
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,053
District Rank
#26 of 36

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