Cherokee Elementary School

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Cherokee Elementary in Phoenix offers a nurturing environment for budding learners.

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Cherokee Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5

8801 N 56th St, Paradise Valley, AZ

Paradise Valley Neighborhood

Scottsdale Unified School District

631 Students

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School Details

Head of School
Walter Chantler

Student Teacher Ratio
18:1

Math Proficiency
81%

Reading Proficiency
80%

Academics

A+

Teachers

Source: Niche

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Academics

Reading Proficiency

80%

Math Proficiency

81%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

18:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

11.8%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

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Student Diversity

Male

51.4%

Female

48.6%

White

73.1%

Hispanic

13.8%

Asian or Pacific Islander

6.2%

Two or more races

3.5%

Black

Native American

<1%

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School Rankings

#51 Best Public ES Teachers in Arizona

Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

1.0 parent

2/13/2025

The amount of bullying that takes place at this school is insane. The music teacher is also off her rocker.

5.0 parent

12/15/2021

The school is amazing! The teachers, staff, and administrators love the children and love what they do. The best part is that the children love them just as much in return.

5.0 parent

11/30/2021

As a parent in the community with two children I was particular about school choice and our family couldn’t be happier at Cherokee. Every employee from the sweet front office staff, the hardworking teachers, to our principal are exceptional and show genuine care for each child. With high academic st...

5.0 parent

11/19/2021

As a teacher, I feel like this school has students best interest always. Teachers and administration strive to meet individual students needs whether it be social, emotional, physical or intellectually. There are matched resources for students who need it in area of special education. This school al...

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About Paradise Valley

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List Price Range

$155K - $4.6M

Homes For Sale

198

Average Home Value

$915,859

Median Lot Size

5,662 Sq Ft

% Renters

32%

Household Income

$116,684

% of College Grads

44.1%

Median Age

Average House Size

2,359 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

31.4%

Homes for Sale

$2,975,000
- 4 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 4,389 Sq Ft
8815 N Invergordon Rd

New 6 days ago
Nestled in the heart of coveted Paradise Valley is a rare opportunity to own a home with space, privacy and unlimited potential for customizing to your personal taste. Very livable in its current state or an excellent remodel opportunity, this single level home situated on a generously sized lot wi...

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- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 4,169 Sq Ft
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- 5 Beds
- 7 Baths
- 8,645 Sq Ft
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Homes for Rent

$17,500 per month
- 4 Beds
- 4.5 Baths
- 6,213 Sq Ft
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Paradise Valley, AZ
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- 1 - 3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 663+ Sq Ft
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Scottsdale, AZ
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- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 917 Sq Ft
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Paradise Valley, AZ
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