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#115 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 9% in state

Cherry Park Elementary School

Elementary School · David Douglas SD 40

1930 SE 104th Ave, Portland, OR 97216

Enrollment

478

Student-Teacher

18.4:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#115 of 1,226

In Portland

#48 of 148

public schools

In district

#1 of 14

David Douglas SD 40

Equity

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Cherry Park Elementary School

8.7/10

Elementary School in Portland · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Cherry Park Elementary School

Cherry Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Portland, OR, part of David Douglas SD 40. Cherry Park Elementary School serves approximately 478 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Cherry Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #115 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Cherry Park Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares3.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.4
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Cherry Park Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.3% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.2% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+10.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.2 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected+17.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,576
Chronic Absenteeism34.9%

Cherry Park Elementary School — Students at Cherry Park Elementary School score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

82%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 64.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 OSAS)

Based on 26 test records from OR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
81%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
64%
2022
Math
48%
ELA
52%
2025
Math
42.3%
ELA
48.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.

How Cherry Park Elementary School Compares

See how Cherry Park Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
91th percentile in OR
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
82%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1930 SE 104th Ave, Portland, OR 97216

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cherry Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bridger Creative Science School (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Lent Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Vestal Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
HAPPY DAY CHRISTIAN CHILD CARE Portland 0.4 mi
PORTLAND ADVENTIST ACADEMY Portland 0.5 mi 8.4
Floyd Light Middle School Portland 0.6 mi 6.7
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Portland 0.6 mi 5.4
West Powellhurst Elementary School Portland 0.8 mi 4.9
Mill Park Elementary School Portland 0.7 mi 5.3
Earl Boyles Elementary Portland 1.0 mi 6.2
Ron Russell Middle School Portland 1.1 mi 7.0
Ventura Park Elementary School Portland 1.0 mi 5.7
Harrison Park School Portland 0.9 mi 7.8
COLUMBIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Portland 1.2 mi 7.3
Benson Polytechnic High School Portland 1.3 mi 6.7
PORTLAND YOUTHBUILDERS Portland 1.6 mi 5.7
Lent Elementary School Portland 1.7 mi 7.8
Bridger Creative Science School Portland 1.3 mi 9.1
Vestal Elementary School Portland 1.6 mi 7.7
Lincoln Park Elementary School Portland 1.4 mi 3.8
David Douglas High School Portland 1.5 mi 5.5
Menlo Park Elementary School Portland 1.7 mi 5.2
Gilbert Heights Elementary School Portland 1.7 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97216 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,951

Median Home Value

$439,000

Median Rent

$1,390/mo

Population

16,735

College Educated

33.4%

Homeownership

54.1%

Avg Commute

28.4 min

Poverty Rate

17.5%

Median Age

40

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School Portland, OR 8.7
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Island City Elementary School Island City, OR 8.7
Jackson Elementary School Hillsboro, OR 8.7
Maplewood Elementary School Portland, OR 8.7
Melrose Elementary School Roseburg, OR 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cherry Park Elementary School

What grades does Cherry Park Elementary School serve?

Cherry Park Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Cherry Park Elementary School?

Cherry Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 478 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cherry Park Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cherry Park Elementary School is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cherry Park Elementary School rank in OR?

Cherry Park Elementary School ranks #115 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Cherry Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cherry Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Park Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cherry Park Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cherry Park Elementary School a charter school?

No, Cherry Park Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cherry Park Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Cherry Park Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cherry Park Elementary School?

82.0% of students at Cherry Park Elementary 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
48 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
82.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Multnomah County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.9%

District

David Douglas SD 40
District Enrollment
8,714
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,576
District Rank
#1 of 14

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