Serving 2,924 students in grades 9-12, Cherokee Trail High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,924 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Cherokee Trail High School's student population of 2,924 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 152 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,924 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
152 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cherokee Trail High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherokee Trail High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#232 out of 1779 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)42%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
17%
35%
Black
10%
5%
White
56%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherokee Trail High School's ranking?
Cherokee Trail High School is ranked #232 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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 97%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Cherokee Trail High School?
2,924 students attend Cherokee Trail High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Cherokee Trail High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 7% 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 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Cherokee Trail High School offer ?
Cherokee Trail High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
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.
School Calendar
View the Cherokee Trail High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
No School ~ Thanksgiving Break ~ All Schools
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
No School ~ Spring Break ~ All Schools
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day Checks Accepted from Seniors
March 27, 2025 (Thursday)
Last day of School ~ All Schools
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
No School Fall Break ~ All Schools
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
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