Cherokee Central Elementary School serves 627 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Math Proficiency: 3%
- Reading Proficiency: 15%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherokee Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Cherokee Central Elementary School's student population of 627 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
627 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cherokee Central Elementary School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
100%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
20%
Black
n/a
25%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Cherokee Central Elementary School?
627 students attend Cherokee Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Cherokee Central Elementary School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cherokee Central Elementary School?
Cherokee Central Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cherokee Central Elementary School offer ?
Cherokee Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cherokee Central Elementary School part of?
Cherokee Central Elementary School is part of Cherokee Central Elementary School District.
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