Institute of Innovation

Cherokee 01
175 Campus Drive
Gaffney, SC 29341
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
The Cherokee Technology Center, located in Gaffney, South Carolina, serves as a specialized vocational and technical educational facility for students within the Cherokee County School District. The center functions as an extension of the local high schools, providing students with hands-on, career-focused training in a variety of industries. By bridging the gap between traditional academics and real-world application, the school aims to prepare students for the modern workforce or further post-secondary technical education.

The curriculum at the center is designed to offer industry-standard certifications and practical skills in fields such as health sciences, automotive technology, welding, construction, and information technology. Through these specialized pathways, students gain access to modern equipment and professional mentorship, allowing them to graduate with a competitive edge. Ultimately, the Cherokee Technology Center plays a vital role in the region's economic development by fostering a pipeline of skilled, career-ready graduates who are prepared to meet the demands of local and regional employers.
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Total Students
26.0
Full-Time Teachers
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Student/Teacher Ratio
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Free/Reduced Lunch
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Career and Technical School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: Yes
District: Cherokee 01
Phone: (864)206-2576
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: N/A
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 26.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: N/A
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch: N/A

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
9th
10th
11th
12th
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Gaffney High
Cherokee 01
1,838 Students
149 Twin Lake Road
Gaffney, SC 29341 (2.3 miles away)
High School 9th - 12th
Blacksburg High
Cherokee 01
553 Students
201 West Ramseur Drive
Blacksburg, SC 29702 (9.7 miles away)
High School 9th - 12th