Cesar Chavez K-8 School vs Peninsula Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Oregon, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cesar Chavez K-8 School
Portland · Public elementary · Grades K–8
453 students
Peninsula Elementary School
Portland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
235 students
| Measure | Cesar Chavez K-8 School Portland, Oregon | Peninsula Elementary School Portland, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #613 of 678 | #420 of 678 |
| National rank | #45576 of 50,301 | #35597 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 453 | 235 |
| Enrollment | 453 | 235 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.5% | 41.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 17% |
| city | Portland | Portland |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Peninsula Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.5 vs 18.8).
- •Peninsula Elementary School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 14%).
- •Peninsula Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 24%).
- •Peninsula Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.7% vs 98.5%).
- •Cesar Chavez K-8 School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 13.8).
- •Cesar Chavez K-8 School is the larger school with 453 students compared with 235.
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 Cesar Chavez K-8 School better than Peninsula Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Peninsula Elementary School ranks higher (34.5 vs 18.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Cesar Chavez K-8 School and Peninsula Elementary School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Portland and Portland in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cesar Chavez K-8 School: 453. Peninsula Elementary School: 235. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cesar Chavez K-8 School and Peninsula Elementary School rank in Oregon?
Cesar Chavez K-8 School is 613th of 678 and Peninsula Elementary School is 420th of 678 among elementary schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).