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Cherokee Central High School
High School · Cherokee Central High School
PO Box 134, Cherokee, NC 28719
Enrollment
675
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
675
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Cherokee Central High School
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About Cherokee Central High School
Cherokee Central High School is a public high school in Cherokee, NC, part of Cherokee Central High School. Cherokee Central High School serves approximately 675 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Cherokee Central High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cherokee Central High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
47% of students at Cherokee Central High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 675 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Address
- PO Box 134, Cherokee, NC 28719
- Website
- ces.ccs-nc.org
- Phone
- (828) 554-5030
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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How Cherokee Central High School Compares
See how Cherokee Central High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 134, Cherokee, NC 28719
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cherokee Central High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Jackson Co Early College (rated 7.9/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Sylva). Another option is Smoky Mountain High School (rated 7.0/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Sylva). Additionally, Jackson Community School (rated 5.5/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Sylva). For more schools in Cherokee, see our Cherokee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cherokee Central Elementary School Cherokee | 0.0 mi | 8.1 |
| NEW KITUWAH ACADEMY Cherokee | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Smokey Mountain Elementary Whittier | 6.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Swain County East Elementary Bryson City | 6.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Scotts Creek School Sylva | 9.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Jackson Community School Sylva | 10.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Swain County High School Bryson City | 10.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Cherokee Extension School Bryson City | 10.3 mi | — |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bryson City | 10.6 mi | — |
| Swain County Middle School Bryson City | 10.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Mountain Discovery Bryson City | 11.1 mi | 4.3 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sylva | 12.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Smoky Mountain High School Sylva | 12.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Catamount School Sylva | 12.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Jackson Co Early College Sylva | 12.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Fairview School Sylva | 12.3 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Maggie Valley | 11.3 mi | — |
| Swain County West Elementary Bryson City | 13.8 mi | 5.0 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sylva | 16.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Cullowhee Valley School Cullowhee | 16.5 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28719 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,221
Median Home Value
$144,700
Median Rent
$673/mo
Population
6,577
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
75%
Poverty Rate
20.6%
Median Age
38
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hugh M Cummings High Burlington, NC | 2.4 |
| Goldsboro High Goldsboro, NC | 2.8 |
| Graham High Graham, NC | 2.8 |
| Carver High Winston-Salem, NC | 3.1 |
| Statesville High Statesville, NC | 3.1 |
| Tarboro High Tarboro, NC | 3.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cherokee Central High School
What grades does Cherokee Central High School serve?
Cherokee Central High School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Cherokee Central High School?
Cherokee Central High School has an enrollment of approximately 675 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cherokee Central High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cherokee Central High School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Cherokee Central High School a charter school?
No, Cherokee Central High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cherokee Central High School a Title I school?
No, Cherokee Central High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cherokee Central High School?
99.6% of students at Cherokee Central High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 4 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 675
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 78
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Swain County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.4%
- Phone
- (828) 554-5030
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