Serving 341 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cherry Knoll Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Cherry Knoll Elementary School's student population of 341 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Motto
TCAPS educates, inspires, and supports all learners to maximize individual excellence and success.
Cherry Knoll Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherry Knoll Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1039 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
83%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Cherry Knoll Elementary School's ranking?
Cherry Knoll Elementary School is ranked #1039 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Cherry Knoll Elementary School often compared to?
Cherry Knoll Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Courtade Elementary School, Grand Traverse Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Cherry Knoll Elementary School?
341 students attend Cherry Knoll Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Cherry Knoll Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherry Knoll Elementary School?
Cherry Knoll Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cherry Knoll Elementary School offer ?
Cherry Knoll Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cherry Knoll Elementary School part of?
Cherry Knoll Elementary School is part of Traverse City Area Public Schools.
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