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#1332 of 1,786 schools in TN
Cherokee Elementary
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
3061 Kimball Ave, Memphis, TN 38114
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,332 of 1,786
In Memphis
#101 of 199
public schools
In district
#104 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Academic performance
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Cherokee Elementary
Cherokee Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Cherokee Elementary serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Cherokee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,332 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Cherokee Elementary show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
62% of students at Cherokee Elementary 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.
Score Breakdown
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Cherokee Elementary — Students at Cherokee Elementary score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 21 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 5.1/10.
How Cherokee Elementary Compares
See how Cherokee Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3061 Kimball Ave, Memphis, TN 38114
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cherokee Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Campus School (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dunbar Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus Memphis | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Melrose High Memphis | 0.9 mi | 2.4 |
| Sharpe Elementary Memphis | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Sherwood Middle Memphis | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| WORD OF FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Memphis | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Dunbar Elementary Memphis | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Arrow Academy of Excellence Memphis | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Bethel Grove Elementary Memphis | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Invictus Academy at Airways Memphis | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Sherwood Elementary Memphis | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| LORDS TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Memphis | 1.9 mi | — |
| ST LUKE'S DAY SCHOOL Memphis | 1.9 mi | — |
| American Way Middle Memphis | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| South Park Elementary Memphis | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Getwell Elementary Memphis | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Campus School Memphis | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| University Middle Memphis | 2.3 mi | 9.8 |
| University High School Memphis | 2.3 mi | — |
| Middle College High Memphis | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Maxine Smith STEAM Academy Memphis | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,080
Median Home Value
$79,000
Median Rent
$897/mo
Population
20,440
College Educated
14.2%
Homeownership
46.2%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
32%
Median Age
42.3
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| Bel Aire Elementary Tullahoma, TN | 5.2 |
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| ECS LOWER SCHOOL PREKINDERGARTEN AND JK PROGRAM Germantown, TN | 5.2 |
| Larose Elementary Memphis, TN | 5.2 |
| Love Chapel Elementary Erwin, TN | 5.2 |
| Madisonville Intermediate School Madisonville, TN | 5.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cherokee Elementary
What grades does Cherokee Elementary serve?
Cherokee Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cherokee Elementary?
Cherokee Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cherokee Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cherokee Elementary is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cherokee Elementary rank in TN?
Cherokee Elementary ranks #1,332 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Cherokee Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cherokee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cherokee Elementary has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Cherokee Elementary a charter school?
No, Cherokee Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cherokee Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cherokee Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 368
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.2%
- Phone
- (901) 416-5028
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #104 of 202
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