Serving 2,165 students in grades 9-12, Cherokee High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 25% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,165 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherokee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Cherokee High School's student population of 2,165 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 175 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,165 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
175 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cherokee High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherokee High School is 0.42, 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
#614 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
7%
32%
Black
6%
15%
White
75%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherokee High School's ranking?
Cherokee High School is ranked #614 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Cherokee High School often compared to?
Cherokee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shawnee High School, Lenape High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cherokee High School?
The graduation rate of Cherokee High School is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Cherokee High School?
2,165 students attend Cherokee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Cherokee High School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cherokee High School?
Cherokee High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cherokee High School offer ?
Cherokee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cherokee High School part of?
Cherokee High School is part of Lenape Regional High School District.
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