Serving 791 students in grades 3-6, Cherokee Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 791 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cherokee Elementary School's student population of 791 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
791 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cherokee Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherokee Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#663 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
12%
17%
White
60%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cheetahs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherokee Elementary School's ranking?
Cherokee Elementary School is ranked #663 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Cherokee Elementary School often compared to?
Cherokee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J F Burns Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Cherokee Elementary School?
791 students attend Cherokee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Cherokee Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherokee Elementary School?
Cherokee Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cherokee Elementary School offer ?
Cherokee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cherokee Elementary School part of?
Cherokee Elementary School is part of Lakota Local School District.
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