Cherokee High School, a Berkeley Heights public high school in Alabama serving grades 7–12, ranked #953 in the state in 2023, showing a decline from a peak ranking of #620 in 2010.
Math proficiency was 6–9%, lower than the state average of approximately 30%; reading proficiency ranged 35–39%, lower than the state average of 47%, and science proficiency was 20–24%, lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment declined from 282 students in 2015 to 210 in 2023, and minority enrollment was 18% in 2023; approximately 40% of students qualified for free lunch, indicating socioeconomic shifts.
The school served 210 students with a student–teacher ratio of 11:1, significantly lower than nearby district schools, reflecting strong student attention in this Union County NJ high school.
maintained a graduation rate around 90%, meeting or exceeding the state average of 88%, despite challenges in overall test performance.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cherokee High School serves the western part of Cherokee, AL, covering an area of approximately 312.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the nearest border about 10.1 miles away and the furthest point reaching 16.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cherokee High School's student population of 206 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
206 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1925
School Rankings
Cherokee High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherokee High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#953 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
9%
31%
White
82%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Royal blue, Gold
School Mascot
Indians
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherokee High School's ranking?
Cherokee High School is ranked #953 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Cherokee High School often compared to?
Cherokee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colbert Heights High School, Colbert County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cherokee High School?
The graduation rate of Cherokee High School is 90%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Cherokee High School?
206 students attend Cherokee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Cherokee High School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherokee High School?
Cherokee High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cherokee High School offer ?
Cherokee High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cherokee High School part of?
Cherokee High School is part of Colbert County School District.
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