BUTTE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Butte Creek Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Silver Falls SD 4J school district, located in Mt Angel, OR with about 310 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 19 teachers, Butte Creek Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Butte Creek Elementary School is a rural public school located in Mt. Angel, Oregon, serving as part of the Silver Falls School District. The school is known for its close-knit, community-oriented environment, which leverages its smaller size to foster strong relationships between students, staff, and families. It emphasizes a supportive educational atmosphere designed to nurture the academic and social-emotional growth of its students, typically ranging from kindergarten through the elementary grades.

The school’s curriculum is aligned with the broader standards of the Silver Falls School District, focusing on core academic proficiency while integrating opportunities for student engagement. Situated in a scenic area along Highway 213, Butte Creek Elementary maintains a focus on place-based education and local community involvement. By prioritizing a collaborative learning culture, the school strives to prepare its students for their transition into middle school while maintaining the personalized attention characteristic of a small-town learning institution.

For more information, contact Butte Creek Elementary School at (503) 829-6803 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.