Serving 292 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cherokee Point Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 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 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34%
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherokee Point Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cherokee Point Elementary School's student population of 292 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cherokee Point Elementary School is 0.38, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
78%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Cherokee Point Elementary School?
292 students attend Cherokee Point Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Cherokee Point Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cherokee Point Elementary School?
Cherokee Point Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, 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
First Day of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
May 01, 2024 (Wednesday)
First Day of LGBTQ+ Pride Month
June 01, 2024 (Saturday)
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