Serving 1,355 students in grades 9-12, Cherry Hill High School West ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,355 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherry Hill High School West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cherry Hill High School West's student population of 1,355 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,355 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cherry Hill High School West ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherry Hill High School West is 0.68, 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
#1375 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
23%
33%
Black
12%
15%
White
50%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherry Hill High School West's ranking?
Cherry Hill High School West is ranked #1375 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Cherry Hill High School West often compared to?
Cherry Hill High School Westis often viewed alongside schools like Cherry Hill High School East by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cherry Hill High School West?
The graduation rate of Cherry Hill High School West is 88%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Cherry Hill High School West?
1,355 students attend Cherry Hill High School West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Cherry Hill High School West students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cherry Hill High School West?
Cherry Hill High School West has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cherry Hill High School West offer ?
Cherry Hill High School West offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cherry Hill High School West part of?
Cherry Hill High School West is part of Cherry Hill School District.
In what neighborhood is Cherry Hill High School West located?
Cherry Hill High School West is located in the Golden Triangle neighborhood of Cherry Hill, NJ.
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