Serving 618 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cherokee Street Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cherokee Street Elementary School serves the northern part of Ronkonkoma, NY, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 1.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cherokee Street Elementary School's student population of 618 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
618 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Motto
The mission of the Cherokee Street School is to bring child and community together to create a safe and caring learning environment where each individual can reach his/her maximum potential and achieve his/her personal best.
School Rankings
Cherokee Street Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherokee Street Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3140 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
31%
31%
Black
5%
15%
White
55%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherokee Street Elementary School's ranking?
Cherokee Street Elementary School is ranked #3140 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Cherokee Street Elementary School often compared to?
Cherokee Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Pearl Elementary School, Edward J Bosti Elementary 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 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Cherokee Street Elementary School?
618 students attend Cherokee Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Cherokee Street Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherokee Street Elementary School?
Cherokee Street Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cherokee Street Elementary School offer ?
Cherokee Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cherokee Street Elementary School part of?
Cherokee Street Elementary School is part of Connetquot Central School District.
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