Serving 803 students in grades 3-6, Cherokee Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 803 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cherokee Elementary School's student population of 803 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
803 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Cheetahs
School Rankings
Cherokee Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherokee Elementary School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#663 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
11%
17%
White
62%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cheetahs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherokee Elementary School's ranking?
Cherokee Elementary School is ranked #663 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Cherokee Elementary School often compared to?
Cherokee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J F Burns Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Cherokee Elementary School?
803 students attend Cherokee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Cherokee Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 5% 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 26:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cherokee Elementary School offer ?
Cherokee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cherokee Elementary School part of?
Cherokee Elementary School is part of Lakota Local School District.
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