Serving 559 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cherokee Ridge Elementary School 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 36% (which is equal to 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 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherokee Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Cherokee Ridge Elementary School's student population of 559 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
559 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cherokee Ridge Elementary School 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 Ridge Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#841 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
18%
Black
6%
36%
White
84%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
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 Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Cherokee Ridge Elementary School is ranked #841 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Cherokee Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Cherokee Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chattanooga Valley Elementary School, Chickamauga Elementary School, Stone Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% 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 Ridge Elementary School?
559 students attend Cherokee Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Cherokee Ridge Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cherokee Ridge Elementary School?
Cherokee Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cherokee Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Cherokee Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cherokee Ridge Elementary School part of?
Cherokee Ridge Elementary School is part of Walker County School District.
School Reviews
5 5/13/2017
I absolutely love cherokee ridge. Mrs. Vann is the best!! Every teacher and office staff knows my children by name. I would highly recommend this school!! I am so upset my son is going to middle school next year. Thanks cherokee ridge staff for everything yall have done!!
5 10/22/2010
This school is a perfect place for many children any age,color,size,etc. I believe children that are brought up in this school have experience of both education and fun. Any student such as I will get experiences of a life time! So this school is perfect if you want your child to go there
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