Cherokee County Schools & Education
Cherokee County, Georgia
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
50/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
90.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
90.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.1%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,363
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,405
School Score
50/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 50/100
State Score Position
#79
of 159 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Cherokee County
Measured School Summary
Cherokee County performs at an average level with a school score of 50/100 and a solid graduation rate of 90.0%.
Funding Context
At $7,363 per pupil, Cherokee County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 1% below the Georgia average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 1.9 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 1% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Cherokee County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
38 public schools and 2 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
50/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #79 of 159 Georgia counties with school score data.
Completion
90.0%
1.9 pts above the state average
Funding context
$7,363
roughly matches the state average
School coverage
38
2 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Cherokee County has 38 public schools across 2 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Cherokee County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Dominant-district county
Cherokee County carries most of the listed public-school system, with 37 of 38 schools. Start there, then verify whether your target address sits inside that district slice.
State position
#79
of 159 Georgia counties with school score data. The county score is roughly in line with the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
Cherokee County
Elementary to high school visible
41,891 students
37 listed schools in this county slice.
State Charter Schools- Cherokee Charter Academy
Elementary school only in this slice
622 students
1 listed school in this county slice.
District reality check
Cherokee County is the largest listed district slice, with 37 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Cherokee County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Cherokee County district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
Which charter, magnet, or virtual options require a lottery, application window, separate transportation plan, or address eligibility check?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Cherokee County, Georgia
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Large-Scale Suburban School Network
Cherokee County maintains a massive educational footprint with 38 public schools serving 42,513 students. The system is built on a foundation of 24 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, and 6 high schools. This infrastructure supports one of the most significant student populations in the North Georgia suburbs.
Cherokee County Schools Lead the Way
The Cherokee County School District manages 37 of the 38 local schools, educating 41,891 students. A single charter school, Cherokee Charter Academy, serves 622 students, representing a small 2.6% share of the county's schools. The sheer scale of the main district allows for extensive extracurricular and academic resources.
Large Campuses in a Suburban Setting
With an average size of 1,119 students, Cherokee schools are significantly larger than the state average. Most institutions are located in suburban locales (27) or rural areas (11), creating a classic commuter-friendly feel. Cherokee High School is the largest in the county, hosting a massive student body of 2,937.
School Overview
Total Schools
38
in Cherokee County
Reported Enrollment
42,513
38 schools reporting
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
1
3% of total
School Level Breakdown
2 School Districts in Cherokee County
Cherokee County
GuideState Charter Schools- Cherokee Charter Academy
38 Public Schools in Cherokee County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 20 high-enrollment schools; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 20 of 38 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherokee High School | Profile | Cherokee County | Canton, 30114Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 2,937 |
| Etowah High School | Profile | Cherokee County | Woodstock, 30189Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 2,441 |
| Creekview High School | Profile | Cherokee County | Canton, 30115Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 2,126 |
| Sequoyah High School | Profile | Cherokee County | Canton, 30115Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 2,083 |
| Woodstock High School | Profile | Cherokee County | Woodstock, 30189Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 2,044 |
| River Ridge High School | Profile | Cherokee County | Woodstock, 30188Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 1,914 |
| E. T. Booth Middle School | Profile | Cherokee County | Woodstock, 30189Suburb: Large | 6–8 | Middle | 1,654 |
| Teasley Middle School | Profile | Cherokee County | Canton, 30114Suburb: Large | 6–8 | Middle | 1,606 |
| Creekland Middle School | Profile | Cherokee County | Canton, 30115Rural: Fringe | 6–8 | Middle | 1,511 |
| Dean Rusk Middle School | Profile | Cherokee County | Canton, 30115Rural: Fringe | 6–8 | Middle | 1,473 |
| Mill Creek Middle School | Profile | Cherokee County | Woodstock, 30188Suburb: Large | 6–8 | Middle | 1,333 |
| Little River Elem. | Profile | Cherokee County | Woodstock, 30188Suburb: Large | PK–5 | Primary | 1,272 |
| Woodstock Elementary School | Profile | Cherokee County | Woodstock, 30188Suburb: Large | PK–5 | Primary | 1,145 |
| Avery Elementary School | Profile | Cherokee County | Canton, 30115Suburb: Large | PK–5 | Primary | 1,128 |
| Clark Creek Elementary School | Profile | Cherokee County | Acworth, 30102Suburb: Large | PK–5 | Primary | 1,113 |
| Woodstock Middle School | Profile | Cherokee County | Woodstock, 30189Suburb: Large | 6–8 | Middle | 1,083 |
| William G. Hasty- Sr. Elementary School | Profile | Cherokee County | Canton, 30114Suburb: Large | PK–5 | Primary | 1,064 |
| R. M. Moore Elementary School | Profile | Cherokee County | Waleska, 30183Rural: Fringe | PK–5 | Primary | 1,021 |
| Liberty Elementary School | Profile | Cherokee County | Canton, 30114Suburb: Large | PK–5 | Primary | 986 |
| Bascomb Elementary School | Profile | Cherokee County | Woodstock, 30189Suburb: Large | PK–5 | Primary | 982 |
Cherokee High School
Cherokee County
Canton, 30114 / Rural: Fringe
Etowah High School
Cherokee County
Woodstock, 30189 / Suburb: Large
Creekview High School
Cherokee County
Canton, 30115 / Rural: Fringe
Sequoyah High School
Cherokee County
Canton, 30115 / Rural: Fringe
Woodstock High School
Cherokee County
Woodstock, 30189 / Suburb: Large
River Ridge High School
Cherokee County
Woodstock, 30188 / Suburb: Large
E. T. Booth Middle School
Cherokee County
Woodstock, 30189 / Suburb: Large
Teasley Middle School
Cherokee County
Canton, 30114 / Suburb: Large
Creekland Middle School
Cherokee County
Canton, 30115 / Rural: Fringe
Dean Rusk Middle School
Cherokee County
Canton, 30115 / Rural: Fringe
Mill Creek Middle School
Cherokee County
Woodstock, 30188 / Suburb: Large
Little River Elem.
Cherokee County
Woodstock, 30188 / Suburb: Large
Woodstock Elementary School
Cherokee County
Woodstock, 30188 / Suburb: Large
Avery Elementary School
Cherokee County
Canton, 30115 / Suburb: Large
Clark Creek Elementary School
Cherokee County
Acworth, 30102 / Suburb: Large
Woodstock Middle School
Cherokee County
Woodstock, 30189 / Suburb: Large
William G. Hasty- Sr. Elementary School
Cherokee County
Canton, 30114 / Suburb: Large
R. M. Moore Elementary School
Cherokee County
Waleska, 30183 / Rural: Fringe
Liberty Elementary School
Cherokee County
Canton, 30114 / Suburb: Large
Bascomb Elementary School
Cherokee County
Woodstock, 30189 / Suburb: Large
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,363
State avg $7,405
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Schools in Cherokee County, Georgia — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Cherokee County, Georgia?
Cherokee County maintains a massive educational footprint with 38 public schools serving 42,513 students. The system is built on a foundation of 24 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, and 6 high schools. This infrastructure supports one of the most significant student populations in the North Georgia suburbs.
What are the major school districts in Cherokee County, Georgia?
The Cherokee County School District manages 37 of the 38 local schools, educating 41,891 students. A single charter school, Cherokee Charter Academy, serves 622 students, representing a small 2.6% share of the county's schools. The sheer scale of the main district allows for extensive extracurricular and academic resources.
What is the school experience like in Cherokee County?
With an average size of 1,119 students, Cherokee schools are significantly larger than the state average. Most institutions are located in suburban locales (27) or rural areas (11), creating a classic commuter-friendly feel. Cherokee High School is the largest in the county, hosting a massive student body of 2,937.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.