Serving 390 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 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 390 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%)
- 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
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Chehalem Elementary School's student population of 390 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
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 0.67, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
38%
26%
Black
3%
3%
White
42%
58%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
390 students attend Chehalem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Chehalem Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% 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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