Beverly Cleary School vs Laurelhurst Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Oregon, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Beverly Cleary School
Portland · Public elementary · Grades K–8
535 students
Laurelhurst Elementary School
Portland · Public elementary · Grades K–8
660 students
| Measure | Beverly Cleary School Portland, Oregon | Laurelhurst Elementary School Portland, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #42 of 678 | #39 of 678 |
| National rank | #9289 of 50,301 | #9051 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 535 | 660 |
| Enrollment | 535 | 660 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.7% | 41.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.8 | 20.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 70% |
| city | Portland | Portland |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (72.9 vs 73.3).
- •Laurelhurst Elementary School does better on math proficiency (70% vs 69%).
- •Laurelhurst Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 81%).
- •Beverly Cleary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.7% vs 41.8%).
- •Beverly Cleary School does better on students per teacher (19.8 vs 20.0).
- •Laurelhurst Elementary School is the larger school with 660 students compared with 535.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Beverly Cleary School better than Laurelhurst Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Beverly Cleary School and Laurelhurst Elementary School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Portland and Portland in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Beverly Cleary School: 535. Laurelhurst Elementary School: 660. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Beverly Cleary School and Laurelhurst Elementary School rank in Oregon?
Beverly Cleary School is 42nd of 678 and Laurelhurst Elementary School is 39th of 678 among elementary schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).