Molalla High School is a public high school in Molalla, Oregon, United States. It is one of two high schools in the Molalla River School District.
Serving 745 students in grades 9-12, Molalla High 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 745 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Molalla High School's student population of 745 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
745 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1906
Colors
Black, Orange
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Molalla High 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 Molalla High School is 0.46, which is less 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
#419 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
23%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
70%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Molalla River SD 35 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Molalla High School's ranking?
Molalla High School is ranked #419 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Molalla High School often compared to?
Molalla High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oregon City Senior High 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Molalla High School?
The graduation rate of Molalla High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Molalla High School?
745 students attend Molalla High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Molalla High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Molalla High School?
Molalla High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Molalla High School offer ?
Molalla High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Molalla High School part of?
Molalla High School is part of Molalla River SD 35 School District.
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