Serving 622 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cherry Chase Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Cherry Chase Elementary serves the southwest part of Sunnyvale, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles, with most families living within a 5-10 minute drive to the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 1.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherry Chase Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cherry Chase Elementary School's student population of 622 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
622 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cherry Chase Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherry Chase Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#199 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
55%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
24%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
Showing 2004–2020. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherry Chase Elementary School's ranking?
Cherry Chase Elementary School is ranked #199 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cherry Chase Elementary School often compared to?
Cherry Chase Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cumberland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cherry Chase Elementary School?
622 students attend Cherry Chase Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Cherry Chase Elementary School students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherry Chase Elementary School?
Cherry Chase Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cherry Chase Elementary School offer ?
Cherry Chase Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cherry Chase Elementary School part of?
Cherry Chase Elementary School is part of Sunnyvale School District.
In what neighborhood is Cherry Chase Elementary School located?
Cherry Chase Elementary School is located in the Sunnyvale West neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Sunnyvale West.
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