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Mount Scott Elementary School

Elementary School · North Clackamas SD 12

11201 SE Stevens Rd, Happy Valley, OR 97086

Enrollment

418

Student-Teacher

22:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#485 of 1,226

In Happy Valley

#4 of 8

public schools

In district

#10 of 31

North Clackamas SD 12

Academic performance

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Mount Scott Elementary School

6.8/10

Elementary School in Happy Valley · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mount Scott Elementary School

Mount Scott Elementary School is a public elementary school in Happy Valley, OR, part of North Clackamas SD 12. Mount Scott Elementary School serves approximately 418 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Scott Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #485 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Mount Scott Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Mount Scott Elementary School runs 22:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

30% of students at Mount Scott 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 Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.8% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.2% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.2 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected+6.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio22:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,392
Chronic Absenteeism30.1%

Mount Scott Elementary School — Students at Mount Scott Elementary School score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 66.4% (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
83%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
68%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
49.5%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
49.5%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2025
Math
39.8%
ELA
50.2%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Mount Scott Elementary School Compares

See how Mount Scott Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
61th percentile in OR
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.1%

Location

11201 SE Stevens Rd, Happy Valley, OR 97086

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mount Scott Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sojourner School (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Milwaukie), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lent Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Portland), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cascade Heights Public Charter School (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Clackamas), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Happy Valley, see our Happy Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL Happy Valley 0.7 mi
Clackamas Web Academy Clackamas 1.0 mi 6.3
Clackamas Middle College Happy Valley 0.8 mi 7.0
Whitcomb Elementary School Milwaukie 1.1 mi 2.4
CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Milwaukie 1.1 mi 6.5
SUNNYSIDE MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN Happy Valley 1.5 mi
Spring Mountain Elementary School Happy Valley 1.5 mi 6.5
Cascade Heights Public Charter School Clackamas 2.1 mi 7.6
Kelly Elementary School Portland 2.1 mi 5.4
SPRING MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Clackamas 1.8 mi 6.3
Whitman Elementary School Portland 2.1 mi 5.6
Alder Creek Middle School Milwaukie 2.0 mi 4.1
Linwood Elementary School Milwaukie 1.8 mi 3.0
Sojourner School Milwaukie 1.8 mi 7.9
Woodmere Elementary School Portland 2.4 mi 5.8
Clackamas High School Clackamas 2.2 mi 4.7
Sunnyside Elementary School Clackamas 2.1 mi 4.2
Bilquist Elementary School Milwaukie 2.6 mi 3.7
Lent Elementary School Portland 3.0 mi 7.8
Rock Creek Middle School Clackamas 2.4 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97086 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,591

Median Home Value

$655,700

Median Rent

$1,598/mo

Population

33,685

College Educated

43.1%

Homeownership

64%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

41.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mount Scott Elementary School

What grades does Mount Scott Elementary School serve?

Mount Scott Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Mount Scott Elementary School?

Mount Scott Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 418 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Scott Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mount Scott Elementary School is 22:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mount Scott Elementary School rank in OR?

Mount Scott Elementary School ranks #485 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Mount Scott Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mount Scott Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Mount Scott Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Scott Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mount Scott Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Mount Scott Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Mount Scott Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Scott Elementary School?

47.1% of students at Mount Scott 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
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Clackamas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.1%

District

North Clackamas SD 12
District Enrollment
16,940
Schools in District
31
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,392
District Rank
#10 of 31

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