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#580 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 47% in state

Spring Mountain Elementary School

Elementary School · North Clackamas SD 12

11645 SE Masa Ln, Happy Valley, OR 97086

Enrollment

353

Student-Teacher

19.6:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#580 of 1,226

In Happy Valley

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#11 of 31

North Clackamas SD 12

Academic performance

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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6.5/10

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

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About Spring Mountain Elementary School

Spring Mountain Elementary School is a public elementary school in Happy Valley, OR, part of North Clackamas SD 12. Spring Mountain Elementary School serves approximately 353 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Spring Mountain Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #580 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Spring Mountain Elementary School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Spring Mountain 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 Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.5% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.4% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+13.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.4 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected+14.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,392
Chronic Absenteeism42.2%

Spring Mountain Elementary School — Students at Spring Mountain Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 71.0% (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
92%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2021*
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2025
Math
45.5%
ELA
58.4%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Spring Mountain Elementary School Compares

See how Spring Mountain Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
53th percentile in OR
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.2%

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

11645 SE Masa Ln, Happy Valley, OR 97086

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Spring Mountain Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Scouters Mountain Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Happy Valley Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cascade Heights Public Charter School (rated 7.6/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Clackamas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Happy Valley, see our Happy Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
SUNNYSIDE MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN Happy Valley 0.3 mi
Sunnyside Elementary School Clackamas 0.8 mi 4.2
SPRING MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Clackamas 0.9 mi 6.3
Clackamas High School Clackamas 1.3 mi 4.7
Rock Creek Middle School Clackamas 1.3 mi 5.3
Happy Valley Elementary School Happy Valley 1.1 mi 7.7
Happy Valley Middle School Happy Valley 1.1 mi 6.3
HAPPY VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Clackamas 1.5 mi
Mount Scott Elementary School Happy Valley 1.5 mi 6.8
Oregon Trail Elementary School Clackamas 1.7 mi 7.3
BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL Happy Valley 1.9 mi
Clackamas Web Academy Clackamas 1.9 mi 6.3
Alice Ott Middle School Portland 2.9 mi 6.5
Gilbert Park Elementary School Portland 2.9 mi 4.4
Cascade Heights Public Charter School Clackamas 2.4 mi 7.6
Clackamas Middle College Happy Valley 2.2 mi 7.0
THE MARYLHURST SCHOOL Oregon City 3.1 mi 4.9
Adrienne C. Nelson High School Happy Valley 2.5 mi 2.3
Scouters Mountain Elementary Happy Valley 2.3 mi 8.0
Kelly Elementary School Portland 3.0 mi 5.4

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 Spring Mountain Elementary School

What grades does Spring Mountain Elementary School serve?

Spring Mountain Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Spring Mountain Elementary School?

Spring Mountain Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 353 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Mountain Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Spring Mountain Elementary School is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Spring Mountain Elementary School rank in OR?

Spring Mountain Elementary School ranks #580 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Spring Mountain Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Spring Mountain Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Spring Mountain Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring Mountain Elementary School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Spring Mountain Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Spring Mountain Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Spring Mountain Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spring Mountain Elementary School?

49.9% of students at Spring Mountain 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
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Clackamas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.2%

District

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

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