The top reported proficiency rate is 36% in English language arts. The lowest is 27% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Beavercreek Elementary School
Beavercreek Elementary School serves kindergarten through fifth grade as a regular public school in the unincorporated hamlet of Beavercreek, Oregon. It sits within the Oregon City School District 62, a multi-town district that also serves Canby, Colton, and Molalla River areas. The school is the only elementary within the hamlet itself, and its roughly 460 students come from a low-density rural setting of large-lot homes, farms, and open space with no downtown or commercial core.
On Oregon’s state assessments for the most recent school year, Beavercreek Elementary posted overall proficiency rates that fell below the midpoint when measured against other districts in Clackamas County. In English language arts, the share of students meeting benchmarks varied by grade, with third grade at roughly a quarter proficient, fourth grade approaching two-fifths, and fifth grade just over two-fifths. Math results followed a similar pattern: third grade around a third proficient, fourth grade slightly higher, and fifth grade near that same third mark. Science, tested only in fifth grade, showed about a quarter of students proficient. Across all subjects and grades, the school’s composite proficiency index was lower than the median of comparable Clackamas County districts. These figures represent a single year of data, so parents should note that a multi-year trend is not yet available.
The student body is predominantly white, with a modest share identifying as Hispanic and about one in eleven as two or more races. Asian, Black, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and American Indian or Alaska Native students each make up roughly one percent. Just over a third of students qualify for free or reduced-price meals, indicating a moderate level of economic need. Counts for special education and English learner populations were not reported in the available data, so families with children in those categories may want to inquire directly about services.
Beavercreek itself is a rural, unincorporated community covering more than thirty square miles. It became Oregon’s first hamlet under a county quasi-governmental system, a status that reflects residents’ preference for limited development. The population has grown modestly over recent census counts, but no major new housing developments or commercial projects were identified in publicly reported sources. The area lacks a walkable core; community gatherings happen at the Beavercreek Grange hall rather than a main street. Families likely commute to Oregon City or the Portland metro for employment and services, including libraries and transit.
The Oregon City School District has been active in facilities investment. In 2022, voters approved a significant general obligation bond to renovate Oregon City High School, upgrade security across all schools, and improve elementary and middle school buildings, with district structures averaging many decades old. A second bond measure went before voters in late 2024 as part of a multi-year capital plan. Additionally, one of the district’s middle schools was renamed from Ogden to Tumwata, a change families entering the district may encounter.
Housing values in the Beavercreek zip code are well above national medians, placing homeownership out of reach for many families. Rents are also elevated compared to typical incomes, and the estimated monthly mortgage payment substantially exceeds rent, reinforcing the area’s character as a relatively expensive, rural-enclave market.
Beavercreek Elementary offers a standard elementary program in a small, rural setting, with academic proficiency that sits below the typical level for its county. Parents considering the school may want to explore how the district’s bond-funded improvements affect Beavercreek Elementary specifically, what support services are available for students who need extra help, and how the commute to Oregon City or Portland fits their daily routine. The lack of a walkable town center and limited local employment mean that families choose this area primarily for its rural, large-lot housing and quiet character rather than for convenience or urban amenities.
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