Serving 298 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cherokee Point Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cherokee Point Elementary serves the southern part of San Diego, CA, with an attendance zone covering approximately 0.4 square miles. Families typically experience a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cherokee Point Elementary School's student population of 298 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
298 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Motto
Be Respectful. Be Responsible. Be Safe
School Rankings
Cherokee Point Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherokee Point Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4271 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
77%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cheetah
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherokee Point Elementary School's ranking?
Cherokee Point Elementary School is ranked #4271 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cherokee Point Elementary School often compared to?
Cherokee Point Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Normal Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cherokee Point Elementary School?
298 students attend Cherokee Point Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Cherokee Point Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherokee Point Elementary School?
Cherokee Point Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cherokee Point Elementary School offer ?
Cherokee Point Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cherokee Point Elementary School part of?
Cherokee Point Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Cherokee Point Elementary School located?
Cherokee Point Elementary School is located in the City Heights neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in City Heights.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of Disability Awareness Month
December 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of Universal Human Rights Month
December 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of National School Board Recognition Month
January 01, 2027 (Friday)
First Day of Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month
January 01, 2027 (Friday)
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