Serving 2,082 students in grades 9-12, Cherokee High School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 37% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,082 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cherokee High School serves the western part of Marlton, NJ, covering an attendance area of approximately 29.7 square miles. Most students typically have a 10-12 minute drive to school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.4 miles away.
- 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Cherokee High School's student population of 2,082 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 155 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,082 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
155 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1975
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cherokee High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherokee High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1204 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Brown, Orange
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 #1204 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Cherokee High School often compared to?
Cherokee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lenape High School, Shawnee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cherokee High School?
The graduation rate of Cherokee High School is 97%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Cherokee High School?
2,082 students attend Cherokee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Cherokee High School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 5% 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 13:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cherokee High School part of?
Cherokee High School is part of Lenape Regional High School District.
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