Serving 816 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cherokee Lane Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 816 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherokee Lane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cherokee Lane Elementary School's student population of 816 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 68% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
816 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Rankings
Cherokee Lane Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherokee Lane Elementary School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1239 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
84%
23%
Black
11%
33%
White
2%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherokee Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Cherokee Lane Elementary School is ranked #1239 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Cherokee Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Cherokee Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cool Spring Elementary School, Adelphi Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Cherokee Lane Elementary School?
816 students attend Cherokee Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Cherokee Lane Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cherokee Lane Elementary School?
Cherokee Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cherokee Lane Elementary School offer ?
Cherokee Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cherokee Lane Elementary School part of?
Cherokee Lane Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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