Serving 519 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Butler Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is equal to the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Butler Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Butler Creek Elementary School's student population of 519 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Butler Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Butler Creek Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#522 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
4%
Hispanic
17%
26%
Black
8%
3%
White
49%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Butler Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Butler Creek Elementary School is ranked #522 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Butler Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Butler Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Butler Creek Elementary School?
519 students attend Butler Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Butler Creek Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Butler Creek Elementary School?
Butler Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Butler Creek Elementary School offer ?
Butler Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Butler Creek Elementary School part of?
Butler Creek Elementary School is part of Centennial SD 28j School District.
In what neighborhood is Butler Creek Elementary School located?
Butler Creek Elementary School is located in the Southwest neighborhood of Gresham, OR.
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