CHERRY DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CHERRY DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the Adams 12 Five Star Schools school district, located in THORNTON, CO with about 341 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 16 teachers, CHERRY DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

CHERRY DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is located in Thornton, Colorado, and operates as part of the Adams 12 Five Star Schools district. Serving students in the local community, the school focuses on creating a supportive academic environment that emphasizes foundational learning, character development, and student engagement. By leveraging its position within a large, well-resourced district, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for middle school and long-term academic success.

The school community places a high priority on fostering strong partnerships between families, teachers, and staff to create a safe and inclusive atmosphere. Through its official website, Cherry Drive provides parents and guardians with access to essential resources, including academic calendars, curriculum information, and updates on school events. As a neighborhood-focused institution, it remains committed to providing quality primary education while adapting to the evolving needs of its students in the Thornton area.

For more information, contact CHERRY DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (720) 972-5300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

11500 CHERRY DRIVE
THORNTON, CO 80233-2732
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CHERRY DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in THORNTON, CO with about 341 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
341
Teachers:
16
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 341 students

White
55.4%
Hispanic/Latino
38.1%
Asian
2.1%
Black or African American
2.1%
Two or more races
1.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
42.8%
Male
57.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.