Serving 604 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cherry Chase Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherry Chase Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cherry Chase Elementary School's student population of 604 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
604 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cherry Chase Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherry Chase Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#204 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
57%
12%
Hispanic
9%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
24%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherry Chase Elementary School's ranking?
Cherry Chase Elementary School is ranked #204 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cherry Chase Elementary School often compared to?
Cherry Chase Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cumberland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cherry Chase Elementary School?
604 students attend Cherry Chase Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Cherry Chase Elementary School students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cherry Chase Elementary School?
Cherry Chase Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Cherry Chase Elementary School offer ?
Cherry Chase Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cherry Chase Elementary School part of?
Cherry Chase Elementary School is part of Sunnyvale School District.
In what neighborhood is Cherry Chase Elementary School located?
Cherry Chase Elementary School is located in the Sunnyvale West neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Sunnyvale West.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Students' Last Day
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
Students' Last Day (TK-8)
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
Teachers' Last Day
June 13, 2025 (Friday)
Classified Office and LRC Last Day
June 20, 2025 (Friday)
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