Cherry Lane School serves 284 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherry Lane School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Cherry Lane School's student population of 284 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cherry Lane School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
30%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
49%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Cherry Lane School?
284 students attend Cherry Lane School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Cherry Lane School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherry Lane School?
Cherry Lane School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cherry Lane School offer ?
Cherry Lane School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cherry Lane School part of?
Cherry Lane School is part of Carle Place Union Free School District.
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