Serving 442 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cherry Park Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cherry Park Elementary School serves the northwest part of Portland, OR, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherry Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Cherry Park Elementary School's student population of 442 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
442 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Cherry Park Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherry Park Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#208 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Asian
13%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
25%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
12%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
34%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
13%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.8%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherry Park Elementary School's ranking?
Cherry Park Elementary School is ranked #208 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Cherry Park Elementary School often compared to?
Cherry Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mill Park Elementary School, Harrison Park School, Portland Arthur Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Cherry Park Elementary School?
442 students attend Cherry Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Cherry Park Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherry Park Elementary School?
Cherry Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cherry Park Elementary School offer ?
Cherry Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cherry Park Elementary School part of?
Cherry Park Elementary School is part of David Douglas SD 40 School District.
In what neighborhood is Cherry Park Elementary School located?
Cherry Park Elementary School is located in the Hazelwood neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 5 other public schools located in Hazelwood.
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