- Oregon City Senior High School — 1.2 mi · Grades 9–12 · 1,944 students
- Beavercreek Elementary School — 2.4 mi · Grades K–5 · 458 students
- Gaffney Lane Elementary School — 2.6 mi · Grades K–5 · 419 students
- Redland Elementary School — 2.8 mi · Grades K–5 · 475 students
- Tumwata Middle School — 3.1 mi · Grades 6–8 · 685 students
- Gardiner Middle School — 3.4 mi · Grades 6–8 · 699 students
- Oregon City Service Learning Academy — 3.7 mi · Grades 9–12 · 111 students
- Clackamas Academy of Industrial Sciences — 3.8 mi · Grades 6–12 · 325 students
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| Metric | Oregon City School District 62 | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 7,296 | 3,544 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 14 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $15,585/yr | $17,619/yr | ↓ 12% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon City School District 62 (this district) | 6/10 | 55th | 7,296 |
| Gladstone School District 115 | 5/10 | 47th | 1,677 |
| Molalla River School District 35 | 5/10 | 46th | 2,572 |
| North Clackamas School District 12 | 7/10 | 68th | 16,778 |
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Ranked against 169 rated districts in OR → 55th percentile → 6/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2021–22 school year. Full methodology →
About Oregon City School District 62
Zip code 97045 in Oregon, Oregon is served by Oregon City School District 62 for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K – 12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Oregon City School District 62’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Oregon City School District 62 6 out of 10 — average among Oregon public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2021–22 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Oregon is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Oregon City School District 62 falls near the middle of Oregon on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 97045
Children in zip code 97045 are assigned to Oregon City School District 62 for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 97045, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Oregon City School District 62 at (503)785-8000 or visit www.ocsd62.org. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Oregon districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Oregon City
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Oregon City School District 62 serves zip code 97045, homes in and around zip code 97045 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Oregon, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Oregon City School District 62 programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 97045.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Oregon City School District 62 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 97045 data.