Serving 490 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Cesar Chavez K-8 School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Math Proficiency: 14%
- Reading Proficiency: 24%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cesar Chavez K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Cesar Chavez K-8 School's student population of 490 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cesar Chavez K-8 School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)14%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)24%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
58%
25%
Black
13%
2%
White
19%
60%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Cesar Chavez K-8 School often compared to?
Cesar Chavez K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Astor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Cesar Chavez K-8 School?
490 students attend Cesar Chavez K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Cesar Chavez K-8 School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez K-8 School?
Cesar Chavez K-8 School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez K-8 School offer ?
Cesar Chavez K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Cesar Chavez K-8 School part of?
Cesar Chavez K-8 School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Cesar Chavez K-8 School located?
Cesar Chavez K-8 School is located in the North Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 14 other public schools located in North Portland.
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