Molalla River School District 35

The Molalla River School District 35 in Oregon consists of 7 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district serves a mix of rural and suburban communities, with a range of student demographics and academic performance across its schools.

Among the standout schools in the district, Clarkes Elementary School consistently performs above the district and state averages on standardized tests, with over 50% of 3rd-5th graders proficient in English Language Arts and Mathematics. Rural Dell Elementary School also performs well, with test scores above the district and state averages. In contrast, the district's only charter school, Molalla River Academy, struggles academically compared to the traditional public schools.

The data reveals notable performance gaps between the highest and lowest performing schools, particularly in English Language Arts and Mathematics. Additionally, the district faces challenges with high chronic absenteeism rates across all schools, as well as potential funding disparities, with the high school spending significantly more per student than the charter school. While the top-performing schools demonstrate that students in the district can achieve at high levels, the disparities in performance and resources suggest opportunities for improvement district-wide.