Serving 3,012 students in grades 9-12, Cherokee High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,012 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cherokee High School's student population of 3,012 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 191 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,012 students
Total Classroom Teachers
191 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cherokee High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherokee High School is 0.60, 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
#902 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
34%
20%
Black
8%
36%
White
53%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Cherokee County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherokee High School's ranking?
Cherokee High School is ranked #902 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Cherokee High School often compared to?
Cherokee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sequoyah High School, Creekview High School, Woodstock High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cherokee High School?
The graduation rate of Cherokee High School is 86%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Cherokee High School?
3,012 students attend Cherokee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Cherokee High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherokee High School?
Cherokee High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
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 County School District.
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