Very Good
#428 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 35% in state
Deer Creek Elementary School
Elementary School · Tigard-Tualatin SD 23J
16155 SW 131st Ave, Tigard, OR 97224
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#428 of 1,226
In Tigard
#5 of 12
public schools
In district
#8 of 18
Tigard-Tualatin SD 23J
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Deer Creek Elementary School
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About Deer Creek Elementary School
Deer Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tigard, OR, part of Tigard-Tualatin SD 23J. Deer Creek Elementary School serves approximately 539 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Deer Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #428 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for Deer Creek Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Deer 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
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Deer Creek Elementary School — Students at Deer Creek Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 26 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.
How Deer Creek Elementary School Compares
See how Deer Creek Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
16155 SW 131st Ave, Tigard, OR 97224
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Deer Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hawks View Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Sherwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mary Woodward Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Multi-sensory Instruction Teaching Children Hands-On (MITCH) (rated 8.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Tualatin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tigard, see our Tigard schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,456
Median Home Value
$579,400
Median Rent
$1,693/mo
Population
36,015
College Educated
48.4%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
45.4
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School Beaverton, OR | 7.1 |
| Marysville Elementary School Portland, OR | 7.1 |
| Metzger Elementary School Tigard, OR | 7.1 |
| Pacific Ridge Elementary School Seaside, OR | 7.1 |
| Pioneer School Lebanon, OR | 7.1 |
| Three Rivers Elementary School Sunriver, OR | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deer Creek Elementary School
What grades does Deer Creek Elementary School serve?
Deer Creek Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Deer Creek Elementary School?
Deer Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 539 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deer Creek Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Deer 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 Deer Creek Elementary School rank in OR?
Deer Creek Elementary School ranks #428 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Deer Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Deer Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Deer Creek Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Deer Creek Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Deer Creek Elementary School a charter school?
No, Deer Creek Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Deer Creek Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Deer Creek Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Deer Creek Elementary School?
46.2% of students at Deer 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 539
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Washington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.3%
- Phone
- (503) 431-4450
Resources & Links
District
Tigard-Tualatin SD 23J- District Enrollment
- 11,593
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,710
- District Rank
- #8 of 18
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