Serving 118 students in grades 9-12, Cherokee High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cherokee High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 179.7 square miles around Cherokee, OK. The typical drive to the school is about 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 7.9 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 11.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherokee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Cherokee High School's student population of 118 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
118 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cherokee High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherokee High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#491 out of 1652 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Hispanic
20%
21%
White
76%
43%
Two or more races
4%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherokee High School's ranking?
Cherokee High School is ranked #491 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK 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 Oklahoma state average of 81.2%.
How many students attend Cherokee High School?
118 students attend Cherokee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Cherokee High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 4% 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 lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
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 Cherokee School District.
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