Serving 400 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Verne A Duncan Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Verne A Duncan Elementary School's student population of 400 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Verne A Duncan Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Verne A Duncan Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#390 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
24%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
56%
57%
Two or more races
14%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Verne A Duncan Elementary School's ranking?
Verne A Duncan Elementary School is ranked #390 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Verne A Duncan Elementary School often compared to?
Verne A Duncan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springwater Environmental Sciences School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Verne A Duncan Elementary School?
400 students attend Verne A Duncan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Verne A Duncan Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Verne A Duncan Elementary School?
Verne A Duncan Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Verne A Duncan Elementary School offer ?
Verne A Duncan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Verne A Duncan Elementary School part of?
Verne A Duncan Elementary School is part of North Clackamas SD 12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Verne A Duncan Elementary School located?
Verne A Duncan Elementary School is located in the Rock Creek neighborhood of Clackamas, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Rock Creek.
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