Serving 447 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Sunnyside Environmental School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunnyside Environmental School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sunnyside Environmental School's student population of 447 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sunnyside Environmental School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunnyside Environmental School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#167 out of 1196 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
3%
3%
White
68%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunnyside Environmental School's ranking?
Sunnyside Environmental School is ranked #167 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Sunnyside Environmental School?
447 students attend Sunnyside Environmental School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Sunnyside Environmental School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunnyside Environmental School?
Sunnyside Environmental School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sunnyside Environmental School offer ?
Sunnyside Environmental School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Sunnyside Environmental School part of?
Sunnyside Environmental School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Sunnyside Environmental School located?
Sunnyside Environmental School is located in the Sunnyside neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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