Serving 545 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cherokee Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherokee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cherokee Elementary School's student population of 545 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cherokee Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherokee Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#328 out of 1237 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
47%
42%
White
34%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherokee Elementary School's ranking?
Cherokee Elementary School is ranked #328 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Cherokee Elementary School often compared to?
Cherokee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J.b. Nachman Elementary School, Phoenix Magnet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Cherokee Elementary School?
545 students attend Cherokee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Cherokee Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cherokee Elementary School?
Cherokee Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cherokee Elementary School offer ?
Cherokee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cherokee Elementary School part of?
Cherokee Elementary School is part of Rapides Parish School District.
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