Cherokee Elem School
343 Students
Elementary School K - 4th
School Overview
Cherokee Elementary School, located at 475 Cherokee Road in Lake Forest, Illinois, is a highly regarded public school serving students in kindergarten through fourth grade. As part of Lake Forest School District 67, the school is known for its strong commitment to academic excellence, a supportive community atmosphere, and a focus on the social-emotional development of its students. The school environment is designed to be nurturing and inclusive, fostering a culture where young learners are encouraged to explore their interests, develop critical thinking skills, and build foundational knowledge in a collaborative setting.
Beyond the classroom, Cherokee Elementary is recognized for its partnership with parents and the broader Lake Forest community, which helps provide a well-rounded educational experience. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to learning, balancing rigorous curriculum standards with enrichment opportunities in the arts, physical education, and technology. With its dedicated faculty and staff, Cherokee strives to create a safe, engaging, and inspiring environment that prepares its students for success as they transition to the district's upper-elementary and middle school programs.
Beyond the classroom, Cherokee Elementary is recognized for its partnership with parents and the broader Lake Forest community, which helps provide a well-rounded educational experience. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to learning, balancing rigorous curriculum standards with enrichment opportunities in the arts, physical education, and technology. With its dedicated faculty and staff, Cherokee strives to create a safe, engaging, and inspiring environment that prepares its students for success as they transition to the district's upper-elementary and middle school programs.
343
Total Students
33.4
Full-Time Teachers
10.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 295 |
| Hispanic | 18 |
| Black | 3 |
| Asian | 8 |
| Two or More | 18 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White295 (86.0%)
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Hispanic18 (5.2%)
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Two or More18 (5.2%)
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Asian8 (2.3%)
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Black3 (0.9%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Lake Forest SD 67 |
| Phone: | (847)234-3805 |
| Website: | http://lakeforestschools.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 4th |
| Total Students: | 343 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 33.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | No |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | N/A |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | N/A |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
61
Grade 1
72
Grade 2
53
Grade 3
82
Grade 4
75
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 61 |
| Grade 1 | 72 |
| Grade 2 | 53 |
| Grade 3 | 82 |
| Grade 4 | 75 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 172 | 50.1% |
| Male | 171 | 49.9% |
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