Serving 396 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chehalem Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (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 14:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Chehalem Elementary School serves the southern part of Beaverton, OR, covering an attendance area of approximately 1.4 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The furthest edge of the zone is about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chehalem Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chehalem Elementary School's student population of 396 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
School Motto
Education is the key to their success.
School Rankings
Chehalem 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 Chehalem Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#489 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.7%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chehalem Elementary School's ranking?
Chehalem Elementary School is ranked #489 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Chehalem Elementary School often compared to?
Chehalem Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cooper Mountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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).
How many students attend Chehalem Elementary School?
396 students attend Chehalem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Chehalem Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chehalem Elementary School?
Chehalem Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chehalem Elementary School offer ?
Chehalem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chehalem Elementary School part of?
Chehalem Elementary School is part of Beaverton SD 48j School District.
In what neighborhood is Chehalem Elementary School located?
Chehalem Elementary School is located in the West Beaverton neighborhood of Beaverton, OR.
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