Excellent
#247 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 3% in state
Cherry Chase Elementary
Elementary School · Sunnyvale
1138 Heatherstone Way, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Enrollment
596
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
596
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#247 of 9,539
In Sunnyvale
#2 of 18
public schools
In district
#1 of 10
Sunnyvale
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Cherry Chase Elementary
Cherry Chase Elementary is a public elementary school in Sunnyvale, CA, part of Sunnyvale. Cherry Chase Elementary serves approximately 596 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Cherry Chase Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #247 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cherry Chase Elementary show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Cherry Chase Elementary runs 21.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Cherry Chase Elementary — Students at Cherry Chase Elementary score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
8.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.
How Cherry Chase Elementary Compares
See how Cherry Chase Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1138 Heatherstone Way, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cherry Chase Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Amy Imai Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Mountain View), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Oak Avenue Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Los Altos), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Cumberland Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sunnyvale, see our Sunnyvale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sunnyvale Middle Sunnyvale | 0.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Alta Vista High Mountain View | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL - SUNNYVALE DE ANZA PARK Sunnyvale | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| SUNNYVALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sunnyvale | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Cumberland Elementary Sunnyvale | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Mountain View High Mountain View | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| South Peninsula Hebrew Day School Sunnyvale | 1.1 mi | — |
| SOUTH PENINSULA HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Sunnyvale | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Vargas Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Oak Avenue Elementary Los Altos | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| LITTLE TREE MONTESSORI Sunnyvale | 1.0 mi | — |
| Stratford School Washington Park Sunnyvale | 1.1 mi | — |
| Challenger School - Sunnyvale Sunnyvale | 1.1 mi | — |
| ST STEPHEN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mountain View | 1.4 mi | — |
| Amy Imai Elementary Mountain View | 1.2 mi | 9.4 |
| Community Day Sunnyvale | 1.4 mi | — |
| RESURRECTION SCHOOL Sunnyvale | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| CHAMPION KINDER INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Sunnyvale | 1.4 mi | — |
| The French American School of Silicon Valley Sunnyvale | 1.7 mi | — |
| VILLA MONTESSORI Sunnyvale | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94087 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$200,778
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,222/mo
Population
58,126
College Educated
76.6%
Homeownership
55.4%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
38
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cherry Chase Elementary
What grades does Cherry Chase Elementary serve?
Cherry Chase Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cherry Chase Elementary?
Cherry Chase Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 596 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cherry Chase Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cherry Chase Elementary is 21.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cherry Chase Elementary rank in CA?
Cherry Chase Elementary ranks #247 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cherry Chase Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cherry Chase Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cherry Chase Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cherry Chase Elementary has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cherry Chase Elementary a charter school?
No, Cherry Chase Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cherry Chase Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cherry Chase Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cherry Chase Elementary?
8.7% of students at Cherry Chase Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 596
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 8.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.6%
- Phone
- (408) 522-8200
Resources & Links
District
Sunnyvale- District Enrollment
- 5,618
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,127
- District Rank
- #1 of 10
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