Serving 333 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cherry Knoll Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cherry Knoll Elementary School serves the southeast part of Traverse City, MI, covering an area of approximately 29.6 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cherry Knoll Elementary School's student population of 333 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
333 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Cherry Knoll Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherry Knoll Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#1039 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
4%
18%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
85%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherry Knoll Elementary School's ranking?
Cherry Knoll Elementary School is ranked #1039 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Cherry Knoll Elementary School often compared to?
Cherry Knoll Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Courtade Elementary School, Grand Traverse Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Cherry Knoll Elementary School?
333 students attend Cherry Knoll Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Cherry Knoll Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherry Knoll Elementary School?
Cherry Knoll Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Cherry Knoll Elementary School offer ?
Cherry Knoll Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cherry Knoll Elementary School part of?
Cherry Knoll Elementary School is part of Traverse City Area School District.
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