Serving 711 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cherry Tree Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 711 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Cherry Tree Elementary School serves the northeast part of Carmel, IN, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point being about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherry Tree Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cherry Tree Elementary School's student population of 711 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
711 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Year Founded
1989
School Rankings
Cherry Tree Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherry Tree Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#47 out of 1743 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
82%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 09/26/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherry Tree Elementary School's ranking?
Cherry Tree Elementary School is ranked #47 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Cherry Tree Elementary School often compared to?
Cherry Tree Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like College Wood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Cherry Tree Elementary School?
711 students attend Cherry Tree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Cherry Tree Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherry Tree Elementary School?
Cherry Tree Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cherry Tree Elementary School offer ?
Cherry Tree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cherry Tree Elementary School part of?
Cherry Tree Elementary School is part of Carmel Clay Schools.
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