Serving 678 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Cherokee Charter Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 678 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherokee Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cherokee Charter Academy's student population of 678 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
678 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cherokee Charter Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherokee Charter Academy is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#873 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
22%
18%
Black
20%
36%
White
50%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherokee Charter Academy's ranking?
Cherokee Charter Academy is ranked #873 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Cherokee Charter Academy?
678 students attend Cherokee Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Cherokee Charter Academy students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cherokee Charter Academy?
Cherokee Charter Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cherokee Charter Academy offer ?
Cherokee Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Cherokee Charter Academy part of?
Cherokee Charter Academy is part of State Charter Schools- Cherokee Charter Academy School District.
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