Serving 485 students in grades 2-5, Cherry Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cherry Creek Elementary School serves the northeast part of Lowell, MI, covering an area of approximately 25 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.4 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 6.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherry Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Cherry Creek Elementary School's student population of 485 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
485 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cherry Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% 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 0.26, 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
#502 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Red Arrows
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 #502 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Cherry Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Cherry Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murray Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Cherry Creek Elementary School?
485 students attend Cherry Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Cherry Creek Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherry Creek Elementary School?
Cherry Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, 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 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cherry Creek Elementary School part of?
Cherry Creek Elementary School is part of Lowell Area Schools.
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