CHEROKEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Cherokee Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Polk County school district, located in Cedartown, GA with about 696 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 45 teachers, Cherokee Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Cherokee Elementary School, located on Evergreen Lane in Cedartown, Georgia, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Polk School District. As a public elementary school, it is committed to fostering academic growth and personal development for students in the local community. The school environment typically emphasizes core curriculum standards, literacy, and numeracy, while striving to create an inclusive atmosphere that encourages student engagement and social-emotional learning.

Beyond standard academics, Cherokee Elementary often functions as a community hub, coordinating with families to support student success from their early formative years. By providing a structured and supportive setting, the school focuses on preparing its young learners for the transition to middle school, focusing on essential skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, and foundational character building. For specific current information regarding extracurricular programs, faculty updates, or performance ratings, parents and community members are encouraged to consult the official Polk School District website or contact the school office directly.

For more information, contact Cherokee Elementary School at (770) 748-5614 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.