Very Good
#1267 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 37% in state
Cherry Valley Elementary School
Elementary School · Newark City
1040 W Main St, Newark, OH 43055
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#1,267 of 3,441
In Newark
#4 of 19
public schools
In district
#2 of 13
Newark City
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Cherry Valley Elementary School
Cherry Valley Elementary School is a public elementary school in Newark, OH, part of Newark City. Cherry Valley Elementary School serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Cherry Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,267 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Cherry Valley Elementary School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.6
- OH avg 6.7
Score Breakdown
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Cherry Valley Elementary School — Students at Cherry Valley Elementary School score 59% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH 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: 6.8/10.
How Cherry Valley Elementary School Compares
See how Cherry Valley Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1040 W Main St, Newark, OH 43055
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cherry Valley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stevenson Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Heath), which scores notably higher. Another option is Legend Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, John Clem Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Newark, see our Newark schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEWARK CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Newark | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| McGuffey Elementary School Newark | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Wilson Middle School Newark | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Stevenson Elementary School Heath | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Par Excellence Academy dba Par Excellence STEM Academy Newark | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| MONTESSORI COMMUNITY Newark | 1.0 mi | — |
| Garfield Elementary School Heath | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Newark Digital Academy Newark | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Little Learners Preschool Newark | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Heath High School Heath | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Heath Middle School Heath | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| LICKING COUNTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Heath | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| John Clem Elementary School Newark | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Newark High School Newark | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Liberty Middle School Newark | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Legend Elementary Newark | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Newark | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| WELSH HILLS SCHOOL Granville | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Ben Franklin Elementary School Newark | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| GRANVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Granville | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43055 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,807
Median Home Value
$185,300
Median Rent
$920/mo
Population
62,697
College Educated
22.6%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
39.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brown Elementary School Hilliard, OH | 7.1 |
| Cesar Chavez College Preparatory School Columbus, OH | 7.1 |
| Conneaut Elementary School Bowling Green, OH | 7.1 |
| Cork Elementary School Geneva, OH | 7.1 |
| Dover Avenue Elementary School Dover, OH | 7.1 |
| E A Powell Elementary School North Baltimore, OH | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cherry Valley Elementary School
What grades does Cherry Valley Elementary School serve?
Cherry Valley Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cherry Valley Elementary School?
Cherry Valley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cherry Valley Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cherry Valley Elementary School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cherry Valley Elementary School rank in OH?
Cherry Valley Elementary School ranks #1,267 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Cherry Valley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cherry Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Cherry Valley Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cherry Valley Elementary School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cherry Valley Elementary School a charter school?
No, Cherry Valley Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cherry Valley Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Cherry Valley Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cherry Valley Elementary School?
63.7% of students at Cherry Valley 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 380
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Licking County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.0%
- Phone
- (740) 670-7330
Resources & Links
District
Newark City- District Enrollment
- 5,827
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,646
- District Rank
- #2 of 13
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