Serving 453 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Cesar Chavez K-8 School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cesar Chavez K-8 School serves the north part of Portland, OR, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cesar Chavez K-8 School's student population of 453 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
453 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Cesar Chavez K-8 School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cesar Chavez K-8 School is 0.57, 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
#1138 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
63%
26%
Black
11%
3%
White
16%
57%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar Chavez K-8 School's ranking?
Cesar Chavez K-8 School is ranked #1138 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Cesar Chavez K-8 School often compared to?
Cesar Chavez K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Astor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Cesar Chavez K-8 School?
453 students attend Cesar Chavez K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Cesar Chavez K-8 School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez K-8 School?
Cesar Chavez K-8 School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez K-8 School offer ?
Cesar Chavez K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cesar Chavez K-8 School part of?
Cesar Chavez K-8 School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Cesar Chavez K-8 School located?
Cesar Chavez K-8 School is located in the North Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 14 other public schools located in North Portland.
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