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#1098 of 1,288 schools in LA

Cherokee Park Elementary School

Elementary School · Caddo Parish

2010 East Algonquin Trail, Shreveport, LA 71107

Enrollment

329

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#1,098 of 1,288

In Shreveport

#34 of 53

public schools

In district

#38 of 57

Caddo Parish

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Cherokee Park Elementary School

4.5/10

Elementary School in Shreveport · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Bossier Elementary School

4.1/10

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Academic Recovery Ombudsman

3.7/10

2.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Cherokee Park Elementary School

Cherokee Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Shreveport, LA, part of Caddo Parish. Cherokee Park Elementary School serves approximately 329 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Cherokee Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,098 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Cherokee Park Elementary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20.7% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency13.7% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-15.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-29.2 pts
Overall Proficiency17% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-6.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,072
Chronic Absenteeism23.7%

Cherokee Park Elementary School — Students at Cherokee Park Elementary School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 43.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 40 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2025
Math
20.7%
ELA
13.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.

How Cherokee Park Elementary School Compares

See how Cherokee Park Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.5/10
15th percentile in LA
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
6.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

Location

2010 East Algonquin Trail, Shreveport, LA 71107

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cherokee Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOHN BERCHMANS CATHEDRAL SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARKS CATHEDRAL SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Highlands Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Shreveport, see our Shreveport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Bossier Elementary School Bossier City 1.9 mi 4.1
Academic Recovery Ombudsman Shreveport 2.2 mi 3.7
Bossier High School Bossier City 2.4 mi 5.1
J. S. Clark Elementary School Shreveport 2.6 mi 3.5
North Highlands Elementary School Shreveport 2.5 mi 6.5
Apollo Elementary School Bossier City 2.3 mi 5.5
Booker T. Washington High Shreveport 2.8 mi 4.3
Plantation Park Elementary School Bossier City 2.5 mi 5.5
LOYOLA COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Shreveport 3.2 mi 6.5
ST JOHN BERCHMANS CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Shreveport 3.2 mi 8.4
Airline High School Bossier City 2.9 mi 6.3
Greenacres Middle School Bossier City 3.0 mi 7.2
Central Park Elementary School Bossier City 3.5 mi 6.4
Northside Middle School Shreveport 3.3 mi 3.3
Green Oaks Performing Arts Academy Shreveport 3.4 mi 4.9
Pine Grove Elementary School Shreveport 3.4 mi 3.7
AmiKiDs Caddo Shreveport 3.9 mi 4.8
Rusheon Middle School Bossier City 3.5 mi 6.1
Caddo Parish Magnet High School Shreveport 3.9 mi 8.6
ST MARKS CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Shreveport 4.2 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 71107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,114

Median Home Value

$157,000

Median Rent

$909/mo

Population

31,807

College Educated

17.5%

Homeownership

64.6%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

27.3%

Median Age

37.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cherokee Park Elementary School

What grades does Cherokee Park Elementary School serve?

Cherokee Park Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Cherokee Park Elementary School?

Cherokee Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 329 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cherokee Park Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cherokee Park Elementary School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cherokee Park Elementary School rank in LA?

Cherokee Park Elementary School ranks #1,098 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Cherokee Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cherokee Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cherokee Park Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cherokee Park Elementary School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cherokee Park Elementary School a charter school?

No, Cherokee Park Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cherokee Park Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Cherokee Park Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cherokee Park Elementary School?

90.0% of students at Cherokee Park Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
329
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Caddo Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

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