Serving 1,062 students in grades 9-12, Cherokee High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,062 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cherokee High School's student population of 1,062 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,062 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cherokee High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherokee High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#771 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
1%
21%
White
93%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherokee High School's ranking?
Cherokee High School is ranked #771 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Cherokee High School often compared to?
Cherokee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Volunteer High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cherokee High School?
The graduation rate of Cherokee High School is 92%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend Cherokee High School?
1,062 students attend Cherokee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Cherokee High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cherokee High School?
Cherokee High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
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 Hawkins County School District.
School Reviews
2 1/18/2013
The school is ok, the problem is the town and surrounding communities. Meth problems, child molesters, too much crime, If I were given a house in Rogersville I would sell It
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