Cherokee Central Elementary School serves 621 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Math Proficiency: 3%
- Reading Proficiency: 9%
- Science Proficiency: 10-14%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherokee Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cherokee Central Elementary School's student population of 621 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
621 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cherokee Central Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
100%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
21%
Black
n/a
25%
White
n/a
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Cherokee Central Elementary School?
621 students attend Cherokee Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Cherokee Central Elementary School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cherokee Central Elementary School?
Cherokee Central Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cherokee Central Elementary School offer ?
Cherokee Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cherokee Central Elementary School part of?
Cherokee Central Elementary School is part of Cherokee Central Elementary School District.
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