Excellent
#103 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 8% in state
Beverly Cleary School
Elementary School · Portland SD 1J
1915 NE 33rd, Portland, OR 97212
Enrollment
558
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
558
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Portland
#46 of 148
public schools
Oregon elementary schools
#89 of 689
In district
#43 of 85
Portland SD 1J
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Beverly Cleary School
Beverly Cleary School is a public elementary school in Portland, OR, part of the Portland SD 1J. The school serves approximately 558 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 20.7:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 91.7th percentile among OR schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 69% proficiency in math, 37 points above the state average and 78% in reading/language arts, 35 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $128,098, where 70% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Beverly Cleary School is 20.7:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Score Breakdown
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Beverly Cleary School — Students at Beverly Cleary School score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 6 test records from OR 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: 8.9/10.
How Beverly Cleary School Compares
See how Beverly Cleary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 69% (2019) to 70.9% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 81% (2019) to 78.3% (2025).
Location
1915 NE 33rd, Portland, OR 97212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beverly Cleary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School (rated 9.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Irvington Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Rose City Park (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Grant High School Portland | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Alameda Elementary School Portland | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| ALL SAINTS CHOOL Portland | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| PACIFIC CREST COMMUNITY SCHOOL Portland | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| THE MADELEINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Portland | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Laurelhurst Elementary School Portland | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| da Vinci Middle School Portland | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Beaumont Middle School Portland | 1.0 mi | 9.6 |
| CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Portland | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School Portland | 1.2 mi | 9.5 |
| VILLAGE FREE SCHOOL Portland | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Irvington Elementary School Portland | 1.0 mi | 9.4 |
| Sabin Elementary School Portland | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Sunnyside Environmental School Portland | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| THE PORTLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Alliance High School Portland | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Buckman Elementary School Portland | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| ST ROSE SCHOOL Portland | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Rose City Park Portland | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| DE LA SALLE NORTH CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Portland | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,098
Median Home Value
$824,800
Median Rent
$1,790/mo
Population
27,573
College Educated
69.9%
Homeownership
65.3%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
41.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Beverly Cleary School has a median household income of $128,098. It is a well-educated community where 70% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $824,800, with a median rent of $1,790/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ainsworth Elementary School Portland, OR | 8.6 |
| Crooked River Elementary School Prineville, OR | 8.6 |
| Desert View Elementary School Hermiston, OR | 8.6 |
| Duniway Elementary School Portland, OR | 8.6 |
| Jackson Elementary School Hillsboro, OR | 8.6 |
| Ridgewood Elementary School Portland, OR | 8.6 |
Compare Beverly Cleary School with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareBeverly Cleary School vs Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter SchoolPortland, OR Peer score 9.5/10 +0.9 vs Beverly Cleary School
- CompareBeverly Cleary School vs Llewellyn Elementary SchoolPortland, OR Peer score 9.3/10 +0.7 vs Beverly Cleary School
- CompareBeverly Cleary School vs Lent Elementary SchoolPortland, OR Peer score 9.3/10 +0.7 vs Beverly Cleary School
- CompareBeverly Cleary School vs Markham Elementary SchoolPortland, OR Peer score 9.3/10 +0.7 vs Beverly Cleary School
- CompareBeverly Cleary School vs Creston Elementary SchoolPortland, OR Peer score 9.6/10 +1.0 vs Beverly Cleary School
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beverly Cleary School
What grades does Beverly Cleary School serve?
Beverly Cleary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Beverly Cleary School?
Beverly Cleary School has an enrollment of approximately 558 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beverly Cleary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Beverly Cleary School is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Beverly Cleary School rank in OR?
Beverly Cleary School is ranked #103 out of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Beverly Cleary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Beverly Cleary School has a composite rating of 8.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Beverly Cleary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Beverly Cleary School has 69.0% math proficiency and 78.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Beverly Cleary School a charter school?
No, Beverly Cleary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Beverly Cleary School a Title I school?
No, Beverly Cleary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Beverly Cleary School?
11.6% of students at Beverly Cleary School 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
- Walk Score
- 86 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 63 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 93 Biker’s Paradise
- City Safety
- High (6,288/100K)
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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Portland). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 558
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Multnomah County
- Phone
- (503) 916-6480
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Portland SD 1J- District Enrollment
- 44,039
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,800
- District Rank
- #43 of 85
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