CHEROKEE EXTENSION SCHOOL

Cherokee Extension School is a public school that is part of the Swain County Schools school district, located in Bryson City, NC with about 96 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade.

Cherokee Extension School, located at 280 School Drive in Bryson City, North Carolina, functions as an alternative educational setting within the Swain County school system. It is designed to provide a supportive, flexible learning environment for students who may require a different approach than the traditional classroom setting. The school focuses on helping students overcome academic or personal challenges, offering credit recovery programs and individualized instruction aimed at keeping students on the path toward high school graduation.

By maintaining a smaller, more personalized atmosphere, Cherokee Extension School allows educators to work closely with students to address their specific educational needs and goals. The curriculum is typically structured to provide the necessary academic rigor while prioritizing student engagement and success. Ultimately, the school serves as a vital resource for the local community, ensuring that students have a viable and structured pathway to earn their diplomas and prepare for post-secondary opportunities.

For more information, contact Cherokee Extension School at (828) 488-3129 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

280 School Drive
Bryson City, NC 28713
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CHEROKEE EXTENSION SCHOOL is a public school in Bryson City, NC with about 96 enrolled students. See other public other schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Other
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
96
Teachers:
1
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
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th 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 96 students

White
64.6%
Hispanic/Latino
17.7%
Two or more races
11.5%
Black or African American
4.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
2.1%

Female
47.9%
Male
52.1%

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.