The top reported proficiency rate is 39% in English language arts. The lowest is 30% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Mulino Elementary School
Mulino Elementary School serves kindergarten through fifth grade in the small rural hamlet of Mulino, a quiet residential-agricultural community in Clackamas County. The school is part of the Molalla River School District and functions as a neighborhood elementary school for the surrounding area. Mulino itself is a low-density settlement that originated as a milling community and retains a historic character, with landmarks such as the Howard’s Gristmill, Mulino State Airport, and a grange hall. The hamlet has no major commercial core, and families often commute to nearby Oregon City or Molalla for work and services.
The school’s enrollment is small for an elementary school, with a student body that is predominantly white and includes a substantial share of students who qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. Data on students with disabilities and English learners was not available, so a full picture of the support populations at the school is incomplete.
State assessment results from the most recent testing year show a varied picture across grade levels and subjects. In mathematics, proficiency rates differed noticeably by grade: third graders posted a stronger result, while fourth and fifth graders were lower. In English language arts, fifth graders had the highest proficiency rate, with third and fourth graders trailing behind. Science, tested only in fifth grade, showed a lower proficiency rate than the ELA result for that same grade. Overall, the school’s combined proficiency across tested subjects and grades sits above the midpoint relative to other school districts in Clackamas County, placing it near the middle of the pack among county peers. This is a useful reference point for families gauging academic standing, though the variation within the school means performance is not uniform.
Because Mulino Elementary serves only elementary grades, there is no graduation rate to report. Similarly, chronic absenteeism data was not available for this school. These gaps are consistent with the grade band and the data collected at the state level for elementary schools.
The housing market in the area around Mulino reflects a mix of rural and suburban influence. Home values in the zip code that includes the school are elevated relative to the typical Oregon home and above the national median as well, and they have seen modest growth over the past year even as Oregon as a whole experienced a slight decline. Rents, by comparison, are more moderate, and the cost of renting is a smaller share of typical household income than a mortgage would be at current interest rates. For families considering a move to the area, this means homeownership is notably more expensive than renting, and the community remains a relatively quiet, low-density option rather than a fast-growing suburb.
The district itself had no major recent changes reported, and no information was available about program offerings, extracurriculars, or specialized academic pathways at Mulino Elementary. Families who want to know about enrichment, intervention supports, or specific instructional approaches will need to reach out to the school directly.
Overall, Mulino Elementary sits at the center of a small, rural community. Its academic performance varies by grade and subject but lands around the middle of the county’s districts when averaged together. The school’s small size and rural setting may appeal to families seeking a neighborhood school in a quiet, low-key environment, though the lack of detailed program and support data means that further inquiry is warranted for anyone evaluating fit.
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