Serving 562 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cherokee Ridge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia 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% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherokee Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Cherokee Ridge Elementary School's student population of 562 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cherokee Ridge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherokee Ridge Elementary School is 0.29, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1223 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
18%
Black
4%
36%
White
84%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherokee Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Cherokee Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1223 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Cherokee Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Cherokee Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chattanooga Valley Elementary School, Chickamauga Elementary School, Stone Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Cherokee Ridge Elementary School?
562 students attend Cherokee Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Cherokee Ridge Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cherokee Ridge Elementary School?
Cherokee Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cherokee Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Cherokee Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cherokee Ridge Elementary School part of?
Cherokee Ridge Elementary School is part of Walker County School District.
School Reviews
5 5/13/2017
I absolutely love cherokee ridge. Mrs. Vann is the best!! Every teacher and office staff knows my children by name. I would highly recommend this school!! I am so upset my son is going to middle school next year. Thanks cherokee ridge staff for everything yall have done!!
5 10/22/2010
This school is a perfect place for many children any age,color,size,etc. I believe children that are brought up in this school have experience of both education and fun. Any student such as I will get experiences of a life time! So this school is perfect if you want your child to go there
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