Serving 418 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mount Scott Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Scott Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mount Scott Elementary School's student population of 418 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Mount Scott Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Scott Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#155 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
4%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
5%
3%
White
52%
58%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Scott Elementary School's ranking?
Mount Scott Elementary School is ranked #155 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Mount Scott Elementary School?
418 students attend Mount Scott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Mount Scott Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Scott Elementary School?
Mount Scott Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mount Scott Elementary School offer ?
Mount Scott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mount Scott Elementary School part of?
Mount Scott Elementary School is part of North Clackamas SD 12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Mount Scott Elementary School located?
Mount Scott Elementary School is located in the West Mount Scott neighborhood of Happy Valley, OR.
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