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Sunnyside Environmental School

3421 Se Salmon St
Portland, OR 97214
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
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 49% (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 Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 447 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 32%
  • : Top 20% in OR
  • : 49% (Top 20%)
  • : 58% (Top 20%)
  • : 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:

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Attribute

School Overview

Sunnyside Environmental School's student population of 447 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Fostering responsibility, excitement for learning and respect for all living things.

School Rankings

Sunnyside Environmental School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,174 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.
This School
State Level (OR)
#184 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
49%
31%
58%
44%
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
0.51
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sunnyside Environmental School's ranking?
Sunnyside Environmental School is ranked #184 out of 1,174 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?
49% 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunnyside Environmental School part of?
Sunnyside Environmental School is part of Portland School District 1j.
In what neighborhood is Sunnyside Environmental School located?
Sunnyside Environmental School is located in the Sunnyside neighborhood of Portland, OR.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 447 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 32%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 49% (Top 20%)
  • : 58% (Top 20%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

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