Serving 1,266 students in grades 9-12, Chatham High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chatham High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Chatham High School's student population of 1,266 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chatham High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chatham High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#68 out of 2183 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
6%
32%
Black
n/a
15%
White
78%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chatham High School's ranking?
Chatham High School is ranked #68 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Chatham High School often compared to?
Chatham High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chatham High School?
The graduation rate of Chatham High School is 97%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Chatham High School?
1,266 students attend Chatham High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Chatham High School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chatham High School?
Chatham High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Chatham High School offer ?
Chatham High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Chatham High School part of?
Chatham High School is part of School District Of The Chathams.
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