Average
#700 of 1,226 schools in OR
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
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher
22:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Happy Valley
#5 of 8
public schools
Oregon elementary schools
#461 of 689
In district
#17 of 31
North Clackamas SD 12
Academic performance
8.1 / 10
Very strong
About Mount Scott Elementary School
Mount Scott Elementary School serves 418 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Happy Valley, Oregon. This public elementary school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 22:1 with 19 full-time equivalent teachers supporting the academic program. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking 245th out of 1,231 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 80th percentile.
Students show strong reading skills, with 56% achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts across grade levels. Math performance shows room for growth, with 40% of students meeting proficiency standards. Mount Scott Elementary draws families from an established suburban community where the median household income reaches $100,185 and 44% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.
The neighborhood's low poverty rate of 8.3% reflects the area's economic stability, with median home values around $621,700. Located on SE Stevens Road, the school sits within Happy Valley's family-oriented suburban landscape in Clackamas County. The surrounding community of over 32,000 residents provides a stable, well-educated environment that supports the school's mission of elementary education in one of Oregon's desirable suburban areas.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Scott Elementary School is 22:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Score Breakdown
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Mount Scott Elementary School — Students at Mount Scott Elementary School score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.1%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.8/10.
How Mount Scott Elementary School Compares
See how Mount Scott Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 57% (2019) to 39.8% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 62% (2019) to 50.2% (2025).
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. Lent Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Portland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kelly Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Portland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Woodmere Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Portland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Happy Valley, see our Happy Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mount Scott Elementary School has a median household income of $102,591. It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $655,700, with a median rent of $1,598/month. The local poverty rate of 8.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 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 |
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| Candy Lane Elementary School Milwaukie, OR | 6.1 |
| Cesar Chavez K-8 School Portland, OR | 6.1 |
| Eastwood Elementary School Roseburg, OR | 6.1 |
| Elmira Elementary School Elmira, OR | 6.1 |
| Ft Vannoy Elementary School Grants Pass, OR | 6.1 |
| Hillside Elementary Eagle Point, OR | 6.1 |
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 is ranked #700 out of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Mount Scott Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Scott Elementary School has a composite rating of 6.1 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 Mount Scott Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Mount Scott Elementary School has 39.7% math proficiency and 54.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Elevated (1,111/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (503) 353-5500
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
North Clackamas SD 12- District Enrollment
- 16,940
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,392
- District Rank
- #17 of 31
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