Serving 430 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cherry Creek Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Marquette, MI, covering an area of approximately 73 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school to take between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cherry Creek Elementary School's student population of 430 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
430 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Cherry Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherry Creek Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#746 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherry Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Cherry Creek Elementary School is ranked #746 out of 3,025 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 Sandy Knoll School, Superior Hills Elementary School, Graveraet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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?
430 students attend Cherry Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Cherry Creek Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherry Creek Elementary School?
Cherry Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
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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