Excellent
#165 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 13% in state
Scouters Mountain Elementary
Elementary School · North Clackamas SD 12
10811 SE 172nd Ave, Happy Valley, OR 97086
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Happy Valley
#1 of 8
public schools
Oregon elementary schools
#141 of 689
In district
#2 of 31
North Clackamas SD 12
Academic performance
9.3 / 10
Exceptional
About Scouters Mountain Elementary
Scouters Mountain Elementary is a public elementary school in Happy Valley, OR, part of the North Clackamas SD 12. The school serves approximately 551 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 20.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 86.6th percentile among OR schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 57% proficiency in math, 25 points above the state average and 64% in reading/language arts, 21 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.8/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $102,591, where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Scouters Mountain Elementary is 20.4:1, 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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Scouters Mountain Elementary — Students at Scouters Mountain Elementary score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.3%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.8/10.
How Scouters Mountain Elementary Compares
See how Scouters Mountain Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 60% (2019) to 55.9% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 63% (2019) to 65.6% (2025).
Location
10811 SE 172nd Ave, Happy Valley, OR 97086
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Scouters Mountain Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beatrice Morrow Cannady Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Damascus), with a very similar rating. Another option is Oregon Trail Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Clackamas), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Verne A Duncan Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Happy Valley, see our Happy Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 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 Scouters Mountain Elementary 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 |
|---|---|
| FRENCH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF OREGON Portland, OR | 8.2 |
| Pleasant Hill Elementary School Pleasant Hill, OR | 8.2 |
| Vale Elementary School Vale, OR | 8.2 |
| Vern Patrick Elementary School Redmond, OR | 8.2 |
| Cooper Mountain Elementary School Beaverton, OR | 8.1 |
| High Lakes Elementary School Bend, OR | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Scouters Mountain Elementary
What grades does Scouters Mountain Elementary serve?
Scouters Mountain Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Scouters Mountain Elementary?
Scouters Mountain Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 551 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Scouters Mountain Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Scouters Mountain Elementary is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Scouters Mountain Elementary rank in OR?
Scouters Mountain Elementary is ranked #165 out of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Scouters Mountain Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Scouters Mountain Elementary has a composite rating of 8.2 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 Scouters Mountain Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Scouters Mountain Elementary has 57.1% math proficiency and 63.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Scouters Mountain Elementary a charter school?
No, Scouters Mountain Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Scouters Mountain Elementary a Title I school?
No, Scouters Mountain Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Scouters Mountain Elementary?
32.3% of students at Scouters Mountain Elementary 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
- 551
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clackamas County
- Phone
- (503) 353-3250
- 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
- #2 of 31
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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