Needs Improvement
#8275 of 8,552 schools in TX
Cherry EL
Elementary School · BAY CITY ISD
2619 8TH ST, Bay City, TX 77414
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,275 of 8,552
In Bay City
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
BAY CITY ISD
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Cherry EL
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About Cherry EL
Cherry EL is a public elementary school in Bay City, TX, part of BAY CITY ISD. Cherry EL serves approximately 450 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Cherry EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,275 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Cherry EL show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.1
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Cherry EL — Students at Cherry EL score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 22 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.2/10.
How Cherry EL Compares
See how Cherry EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2619 8TH ST, Bay City, TX 77414
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cherry EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARKHAM EL (rated 9.4/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Markham), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLESSING EL (rated 8.6/10, 17.3 miles away, in nearby Blessing), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY CROSS SCHOOL - BAY CITY (rated 7.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bay City, see our Bay City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BAY CITY J H Bay City | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| TENIE HOLMES EL Bay City | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL - BAY CITY Bay City | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| BAY CITY H S Bay City | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| ROBERTS EL Bay City | 1.9 mi | 2.6 |
| VAN VLECK EL Van Vleck | 4.7 mi | 7.1 |
| VAN VLECK H S Van Vleck | 4.9 mi | 7.8 |
| VAN VLECK JR H S Van Vleck | 4.9 mi | 7.7 |
| MARKHAM EL Markham | 6.9 mi | 9.4 |
| TIDEHAVEN H S El Maton | 12.3 mi | 7.9 |
| TIDEHAVEN INT El Maton | 12.3 mi | 9.1 |
| SWEENY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sweeny | 15.6 mi | 4.9 |
| SWEENY EL Sweeny | 15.7 mi | 4.1 |
| SWEENY H S Sweeny | 16.0 mi | 5.9 |
| SWEENY J H Sweeny | 16.1 mi | 5.2 |
| NEWGULF EL Boling | 19.0 mi | 5.7 |
| BLESSING EL Blessing | 17.3 mi | 8.6 |
| BOLING H S Boling | 19.3 mi | 5.9 |
| MATAGORDA SCHOOL Matagorda | 20.2 mi | 5.6 |
| IAGO J H Boling | 20.4 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77414 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,545
Median Home Value
$166,100
Median Rent
$991/mo
Population
23,879
College Educated
23.7%
Homeownership
61.6%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
23.7%
Median Age
36
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| BLAKE MANOR EL Manor, TX | 3.0 |
| BOWIE EL San Angelo, TX | 3.0 |
| CARROLL EL Corsicana, TX | 3.0 |
| CONNALLY PRI Elm Mott, TX | 3.0 |
| HIGHLAND HILLS EL San Antonio, TX | 3.0 |
| J T STEVENS EL Fort Worth, TX | 3.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cherry EL
What grades does Cherry EL serve?
Cherry EL serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Cherry EL?
Cherry EL has an enrollment of approximately 450 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cherry EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Cherry EL is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cherry EL rank in TX?
Cherry EL ranks #8,275 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Cherry EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Cherry EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cherry EL has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Cherry EL a charter school?
No, Cherry EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cherry EL a Title I school?
No, Cherry EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cherry EL?
81.3% of students at Cherry EL 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
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 450
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Matagorda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.0%
- Phone
- (979) 401-1300
Resources & Links
District
BAY CITY ISD- District Enrollment
- 3,514
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,309
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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