Below Average
#4173 of 4,742 schools in NY
Cherokee Street Elementary School
Elementary School · CONNETQUOT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
130 CHEROKEE ST, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
Enrollment
623
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
623
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,173 of 4,742
In Ronkonkoma
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#10 of 10
CONNETQUOT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Cherokee Street Elementary School
Elementary School in Ronkonkoma · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cherokee Street Elementary School
Cherokee Street Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ronkonkoma, NY, part of CONNETQUOT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Cherokee Street Elementary School serves approximately 623 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Cherokee Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,173 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Cherokee Street Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Cherokee Street Elementary School — Students at Cherokee Street Elementary School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.6/10.
How Cherokee Street Elementary School Compares
See how Cherokee Street Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
130 CHEROKEE ST, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cherokee Street Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TACKAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Nesconset), which scores notably higher. Another option is HELEN B DUFFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DOGWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Smithtown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ronkonkoma, see our Ronkonkoma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CLEARY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Nesconset | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| TACKAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nesconset | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| EDITH L SLOCUM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ronkonkoma | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| HELEN B DUFFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ronkonkoma | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| RONKONKOMA MIDDLE SCHOOL Ronkonkoma | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| GREAT HOLLOW MIDDLE SCHOOL Nesconset | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| NYSARC INC-SUFFOLK CHAPTER Bohemia | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| ANDREW T MORROW SCHOOL Islandia | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| WENONAH SCHOOL Lake Grove | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| CONNETQUOT HIGH SCHOOL Bohemia | 2.7 mi | 8.7 |
| CAYUGA SCHOOL Lake Grove | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| SAMOSET MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake Ronkonkoma | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| MOUNT PLEASANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| SACHEM HIGH SCHOOL NORTH Lake Ronkonkoma | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| DOGWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
| RALPH REED SCHOOL Central Islip | 2.9 mi | 5.4 |
| HIAWATHA SCHOOL Lake Ronkonkoma | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
| EUGENE AUER MEMORIAL SCHOOL Lake Grove | 3.4 mi | 5.2 |
| HAUPPAUGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Hauppauge | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
| CHARLES A MULLIGAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11779 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,684
Median Home Value
$465,400
Median Rent
$2,103/mo
Population
38,273
College Educated
31.1%
Homeownership
75.7%
Avg Commute
31.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BICYCLE PATH KINDERGARTEN-PRE K CENTER Selden, NY | 4.1 |
| BIG TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg, NY | 4.1 |
| CHARLOTTE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg, NY | 4.1 |
| CHILDREN'S AID COLLEGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 4.1 |
| GERALDINE J MANN SCHOOL Niagara Falls, NY | 4.1 |
| HIAWATHA SCHOOL Lake Ronkonkoma, NY | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cherokee Street Elementary School
What grades does Cherokee Street Elementary School serve?
Cherokee Street Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cherokee Street Elementary School?
Cherokee Street Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 623 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cherokee Street Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cherokee Street Elementary School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cherokee Street Elementary School rank in NY?
Cherokee Street Elementary School ranks #4,173 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Cherokee Street Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cherokee Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Street Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cherokee Street Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cherokee Street Elementary School a charter school?
No, Cherokee Street Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cherokee Street Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Cherokee Street Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cherokee Street Elementary School?
37.7% of students at Cherokee Street 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 623
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.9%
- Phone
- (631) 467-6027
Resources & Links
District
CONNETQUOT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,396
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,015
- District Rank
- #10 of 10
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