Serving 656 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Beverly Cleary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beverly Cleary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Beverly Cleary School's student population of 656 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
656 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beverly Cleary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beverly Cleary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#35 out of 1196 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
2%
2%
White
75%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beverly Cleary School's ranking?
Beverly Cleary School is ranked #35 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Beverly Cleary School often compared to?
Beverly Cleary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laurelhurst Elementary School, Alameda Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Beverly Cleary School?
656 students attend Beverly Cleary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Beverly Cleary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beverly Cleary School?
Beverly Cleary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Beverly Cleary School offer ?
Beverly Cleary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Beverly Cleary School part of?
Beverly Cleary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Beverly Cleary School located?
Beverly Cleary School is located in the Grant Park neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Grant Park.
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