Cherryvale Elementary

1420 FURMAN DR SUMTER SC 29154

About Cherryvale Elementary

Cherryvale Elementary, located in Sumter, South Carolina, provides a safe, caring environment for students, focusing on the growth of students, student engagement, and developing character. The school emphasizes the importance of a strong academic foundation in English and math and utilizes a high-quality Arts in Basic Curriculum (ABC) program. Caring staff members, including experienced teachers and interventionists, are available to provide additional support to students when needed. Cherryvale is designated as a Unified Champion School for inclusive programs through Special Olympics, demonstrating its commitment to its community and the well-being of their students. Families are invited to be involved by donating their time with volunteer opportunities and through the School Improvement Council. Considering their commitment to meeting both students' academic and social needs, the school is more than the best elementary school in South Carolina.

Contact Information

Address

1420 FURMAN DR SUMTER SC 29154

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Phone

(803) 494-8200

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 49%
Reading 49%
State average proficiency is 49% in Math and 49% in Reading.
34
Full-time Teachers
14 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
478
Total Students
$65105
Avg. Teacher Salary

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at Cherryvale Elementary

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Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

73

of 161 in South Carolina

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 18.7%
Asian 1%
Hispanic 5.1%
Black 73.8%
Two+ Races 1.5%
Native Am. 0%
White
18.7%
Asian
1%
Hispanic
5.1%
Black
73.8%
Two+ Races
1.5%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 478
48.1%
230 Female
51.9%
248 Male

Student Population

478 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

551 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

Cherryvale Elementary has been recognized as a Unified Champion School, highlighting its ongoing commitment to inclusivity, respect, and support for all students.

FAQ

Q: Does Cherryvale Elementary School have hands-on learning programs?

A: Yes, students participate in hands-on science experiments, art projects, and interactive lessons in classrooms.

Q: Are there health and wellness programs at Cherryvale Elementary School?

A: Yes, there is PE classes, a variety of fitness challenges, and wellness programs.

Q: Does Cherryvale Elementary School organize community events?

A: Yes, students and families engage and participate in not only the school fair, but family nights, and even charity events.

Q: Are there creative arts opportunities at Cherryvale Elementary School?

A: Yes, there is art clubs, music classes, and performances students can participate in.

Q: Does Cherryvale Elementary School have technology or computer programs?

A: Yes, students learn on computers with learning activities that utilize educational software.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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