Serving 450 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten, Cherry Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Math Proficiency: 35%
- Reading Proficiency: 39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cherry Elementary School's student population of 450 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cherry Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
67%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
15%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Cherry Elementary School often compared to?
Cherry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Van Vleck Elementary School, Tenie Holmes Elementary School, Roberts 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 51% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% TX state average).
How many students attend Cherry Elementary School?
450 students attend Cherry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Cherry Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cherry Elementary School?
Cherry Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cherry Elementary School offer ?
Cherry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Cherry Elementary School part of?
Cherry Elementary School is part of Bay City Independent School District.
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