Cherokee Trail High School is a public secondary-educational institution located in the eastern portion of the city of Aurora, Colorado, United States. It is the sixth high school in the Cherry Creek School District. Cherokee Trail is an International Baccalaureate certified school.
Serving 3,089 students in grades 9-12, Cherokee Trail High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,089 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Cherokee Trail High School serves the eastern part of Aurora, CO, covering an area of approximately 36 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherokee Trail High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Cherokee Trail High School's student population of 3,089 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 153 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,089 students
Total Classroom Teachers
153 teachers
Year Founded
2003
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Burgundy
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cherokee Trail High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherokee Trail High School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#171 out of 1748 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)42%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
20%
37%
Black
10%
5%
White
52%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherokee Trail High School's ranking?
Cherokee Trail High School is ranked #171 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Cherokee Trail High School often compared to?
Cherokee Trail High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grandview High School, Eaglecrest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cherokee Trail High School?
The graduation rate of Cherokee Trail High School is 93%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Cherokee Trail High School?
3,089 students attend Cherokee Trail High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Cherokee Trail High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherokee Trail High School?
Cherokee Trail High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cherokee Trail High School offer ?
Cherokee Trail High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cherokee Trail High School part of?
Cherokee Trail High School is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
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