BEVERLY CLEARY SCHOOL

Beverly Cleary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Portland SD 1J school district, located in Portland, OR with about 897 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 42 teachers, Beverly Cleary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Beverly Cleary School is a distinctive K-8 public school located in the Grant Park/Hollywood neighborhood of Northeast Portland, Oregon. Operating as part of the Portland Public Schools district, the institution is unique for its multi-campus structure, split between the Fernwood campus (grades K-8) and the Hollyrood campus (grades K-2). Named after the iconic children’s author—who grew up in the surrounding neighborhood and featured its streets in her beloved books—the school fosters a deep connection to local history and literature, often drawing on Cleary’s legacy to inspire its student body.

The school is well-regarded for its strong sense of community and parent involvement, which are supported by an active PTA that funds various enrichment programs and classroom resources. Academically, Beverly Cleary maintains a focus on comprehensive instruction that prepares students for the transition to high school, consistently ranking as one of the larger and more sought-after K-8 options within the district. By blending traditional academic rigor with a neighborhood-centered culture, the school provides a stable, community-focused educational environment for families in the diverse and historic Northeast Portland area.

For more information, contact Beverly Cleary School at (503) 916-6766 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.