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Cherokee Extension School
School · Swain County Schools
PO Box 2340, Bryson City, NC 28713
Enrollment
102
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
102
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Cherokee Extension School
School in Bryson City · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cherokee Extension School
Cherokee Extension School is a public school in Bryson City, NC, part of Swain County Schools. Cherokee Extension School serves approximately 102 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Based on limited data: 25% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 102 students, Cherokee Extension School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Cherokee Extension School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
41% of students at Cherokee Extension School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 102 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- PO Box 2340, Bryson City, NC 28713
- Phone
- (828) 488-3129
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores
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How Cherokee Extension School Compares
See how Cherokee Extension School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 2340, Bryson City, NC 28713
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cherokee Extension School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Nantahala School (rated 7.5/10, 15.9 miles away, in nearby Topton). Additionally, VICTORY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Sylva). For more schools in Bryson City, see our Bryson City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Swain County Middle School Bryson City | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bryson City | 0.4 mi | — |
| Mountain Discovery Bryson City | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Swain County High School Bryson City | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Swain County West Elementary Bryson City | 3.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Swain County East Elementary Bryson City | 3.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Smokey Mountain Elementary Whittier | 6.9 mi | 3.5 |
| NEW KITUWAH ACADEMY Cherokee | 9.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Cherokee Central Elementary School Cherokee | 10.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Cherokee Central High School Cherokee | 10.3 mi | — |
| Iotla Valley Elementary Franklin | 13.8 mi | 7.0 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sylva | 13.9 mi | 6.2 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sylva | 13.8 mi | 4.5 |
| MACON MULTI-PURPOSE JUVENILE HOME Franklin | 16.5 mi | — |
| East Franklin Elementary Franklin | 16.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Jackson Co Early College Sylva | 14.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Nantahala School Topton | 15.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Franklin High Franklin | 17.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Smoky Mountain High School Sylva | 14.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Catamount School Sylva | 14.9 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28713 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,368
Median Home Value
$231,300
Median Rent
$707/mo
Population
8,441
College Educated
25.1%
Homeownership
74.2%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.4%
Median Age
46.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sylvia Mendez Newcomers School High Point, NC | — |
| Harnett Virtual Academy Fuquay-Varina, NC | 1.7 |
| Stanly County Virtual Education Albemarle, NC | 2.8 |
| North Liberty Morganton, NC | 2.9 |
| YANCEY COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Burnsville, NC | 3.1 |
| Stoner-Thomas School Lexington, NC | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cherokee Extension School
What grades does Cherokee Extension School serve?
Cherokee Extension School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Cherokee Extension School?
Cherokee Extension School has an enrollment of approximately 102 students.
Is Cherokee Extension School a charter school?
No, Cherokee Extension School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cherokee Extension School a Title I school?
No, Cherokee Extension School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cherokee Extension School?
2.9% of students at Cherokee Extension 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 102
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 2.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Swain County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.2%
- Phone
- (828) 488-3129
Resources & Links
District
Swain County Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,897
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,518
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