Cherry Creek Elementary School

1111 Ortman Rd
Marquette, MI 49855
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 410 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cherry Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 410 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Top 30% in MI
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Cherry Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Cherry Creek Elementary School's student population of 410 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers

School Rankings

Cherry Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherry Creek Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#625 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
45-49%
34%
55-59%
45%
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.22
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cherry Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Cherry Creek Elementary School is ranked #625 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Cherry Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Cherry Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Graveraet Elementary School, Superior Hills Elementary School, Sandy Knoll School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Cherry Creek Elementary School?
410 students attend Cherry Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Cherry Creek Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cherry Creek Elementary School?
Cherry Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cherry Creek Elementary School offer ?
Cherry Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cherry Creek Elementary School part of?
Cherry Creek Elementary School is part of Marquette Area School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 410 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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