Serving 1,107 students in grades 9-12, Cranford High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,107 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cranford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cranford High School's student population of 1,107 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,107 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cranford High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cranford High School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#203 out of 2183 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
11%
32%
Black
3%
15%
White
80%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cranford High School's ranking?
Cranford High School is ranked #203 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cranford High School?
The graduation rate of Cranford High School is 92%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Cranford High School?
1,107 students attend Cranford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Cranford High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cranford High School?
Cranford High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cranford High School offer ?
Cranford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cranford High School part of?
Cranford High School is part of Cranford Public School District.
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