River Mill Elementary School

Summary:

River Mill Elementary School is a public elementary school in Estacada, Oregon, serving 492 students in grades K-5. The school is part of the Estacada School District 108, which is ranked 44 out of 140 school districts in the state.

River Mill Elementary School has shown steady improvement in its statewide ranking, moving from 462nd out of 709 Oregon elementary schools in 2017-2018 to 346th out of 710 in 2023-2024. However, the school's academic performance in core subjects like English Language Arts and Mathematics remains mixed compared to state and district averages. While 5th-grade ELA proficiency is above average, 3rd and 4th-grade ELA, as well as all grade levels in Mathematics, are below the state and district levels. The school's strengths lie in its support for Hispanic and special education students, who perform particularly well. But the school should focus on addressing achievement gaps for White students and those from low-income backgrounds.

Compared to nearby schools, Kelso Elementary School consistently outperforms River Mill Elementary in both ELA and Mathematics proficiency, while Clackamas River Elementary School, within the same district, has similar demographic and performance characteristics. River Mill Elementary also stands out for ranking 1st out of 1 Oregon elementary school for military-connected students, suggesting a focus on supporting this specific student population.


Detail:

Public K-5

 850 N Broadway St
       Estacada, OR  97023-8582


(503) 630-8517

District: Estacada School District 108

SchoolDigger Rank:
346th of 710 Oregon Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $13,452 Help


Students who attend River Mill Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Estacada Middle School
High:    Estacada High School

Student/teacher ratio:  21.8 Help
Number of students:  492

Racial breakdown:

White:
72.8%
Hispanic:
18.1%
Two or more races:
7.7%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  47.6% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details River Mill Elementary School ranks better than 51.3% of elementary schools in Oregon. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 46.11. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (72.8%), Hispanic (18.1%), two or more races (7.7%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 47.6% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at River Mill Elementary School is 21.8. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at River Mill Elementary School is $13,452.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

River Mill Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks River Mill Elementary School 346th of 710 Oregon public elementary schools. (See River Mill Elementary School in the ranking list.)

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Estacada School District 108:

SchoolDigger ranks Estacada School District 108 44th of 140 Oregon school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for River Mill Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at River Mill Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools OR State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 36.04 462nd 709 34.8%
2019 42.67 394th 705 44.1%
2022 35.07 448th 706 36.5%
2023 33.15 461st 706 34.7%
2024 46.11 346th 710 51.3%
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Rank History for Special Education students at River Mill Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools OR State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 42.40 238th 481 50.5%
2023 40.50 116th 231 49.8%
2024 68.86 54th 299 81.9%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at River Mill Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools OR State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 33.64 476th 640 25.6%
2019 30.21 463rd 597 22.4%
2022 35.28 444th 703 36.8%
2023 34.81 405th 595 31.9%
2024 66.93 93rd 523 82.2%
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Rank History for Female students at River Mill Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools OR State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 46.28 373rd 681 45.2%
2019 49.40 310th 621 50.1%
2022 30.39 450th 646 30.3%
2023 31.71 444th 652 31.9%
2024 47.01 308th 658 53.2%
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Rank History for Military Connected students at River Mill Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools OR State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 34.10 1st 1 0.0%
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Rank History for Male students at River Mill Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools OR State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 30.31 488th 680 28.2%
2019 31.60 442nd 623 29.1%
2022 39.32 382nd 654 41.6%
2023 34.00 428th 665 35.6%
2024 43.34 339th 662 48.8%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at River Mill Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools OR State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 25.70 396th 475 16.6%
2019 47.36 187th 364 48.6%
2022 57.31 97th 339 71.4%
2023 62.14 81st 360 77.5%
2024 53.01 124th 365 66.0%
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Rank History for White students at River Mill Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools OR State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 38.46 443rd 683 35.1%
2019 43.52 380th 662 42.6%
2022 27.95 513th 666 23.0%
2023 26.30 500th 656 23.8%
2024 43.12 364th 670 45.7%
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Data source: test scores: Oregon Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Oregon Department of Education

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Enrollment information for River Mill Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2016 218 3 8 57 3 0 18 0 307
2017 234 2 8 72 3 0 19 0 338
2018 252 2 8 76 4 0 19 0 361
2019 283 1 5 77 4 0 30 1 401
2020 280 4 4 77 3 0 30 1 399
2021 308 4 2 87 2 0 30 1 434
2022 304 1 2 75 1 0 31 1 415
2023 358 1 2 89 3 0 38 1 492

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at River Mill Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2016 307 17.0 18.0 85.3
2017 338 17.1 19.7 60.9
2018 361 21.0 17.1 58.2
2019 401 22.0 18.2 51.6
2020 399 20.3 19.6 51.6
2021 434 22.8 19.0 n/a
2022 415 21.5 19.3 n/a
2023 492 22.4 21.8 47.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio River Mill Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2016 307 17.0 18.0 85.3
2017 338 17.1 19.7 60.9
2018 361 21.0 17.1 58.2
2019 401 22.0 18.2 51.6
2020 399 20.3 19.6 51.6
2021 434 22.8 19.0 n/a
2022 415 21.5 19.3 n/a
2023 492 22.4 21.8 47.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for River Mill Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 n/a n/a $10,704
2020 n/a n/a $11,078
2021 n/a n/a $11,260
2022 $961 (6.8%) $13,146 (93.2%) $14,107
2023 $554 (4.1%) $12,898 (95.9%) $13,452

Data source: Oregon Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on River Mill Elementary School

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 394th of 705 Elementary schoolsRanks 461st of 706 Elementary schools
 9.4%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (River Mill Elementary School)5033.8
 16.2%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Estacada School District 108)43.932.2
 11.7%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Oregon)46.539.4
 7.1%
3rd Grade Mathematics (River Mill Elementary School)39.431.6
 7.8%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Estacada School District 108)36.427.9
 8.5%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Oregon)46.439.7
 6.7%
4th Grade English Language Arts (River Mill Elementary School)47.943.7
 4.2%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Estacada School District 108)4638.1
 7.9%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Oregon)49.242.3
 6.9%
4th Grade Mathematics (River Mill Elementary School)5024.1
 25.9%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Estacada School District 108)3824
 14%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Oregon)43.237.6
 5.6%
5th Grade English Language Arts (River Mill Elementary School)42.135.4
 6.7%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Estacada School District 108)44.747.2
 2.5%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Oregon)5447.1
 6.9%
5th Grade Mathematics (River Mill Elementary School)36.825.3
 11.5%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Estacada School District 108)28.323
 5.3%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Oregon)37.830.7
 7.1%
5th Grade Science (River Mill Elementary School)2521.5
 3.5%
   5th Grade Science (Estacada School District 108)29.326.1
 3.2%
   5th Grade Science (Oregon)34.730.3
 4.4%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students401492
 22.7%
African American11
American Indian43
 25%
Asian52
 60%
Hispanic7789
 15.6%
Pacific Islander00
White283358
 26.5%
Two or More Races3038
 26.7%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients51.6%47.6%
 4.1%


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Frequently Asked Questions about River Mill Elementary School

Students at River Mill Elementary School are 73% White, 18% Hispanic, 8% Two or more races.

Students who attend River Mill Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Estacada Middle School
High : Estacada High School

River Mill Elementary School ranks 346th of 710 Oregon elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

In the 2022-23 school year, 492 students attended River Mill Elementary School.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Oregon Department of Education.

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