CRANFORD HIGH SCHOOL
Cranford High School is a public high school that is part of the Cranford Public School District school district, located in CRANFORD, NJ with about 1,221 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 101 teachers, Cranford High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Cranford High School, located at 201 West End Place in Cranford, New Jersey, is a comprehensive public high school serving students in grades 9 through 12. As a central pillar of the Cranford Public School District, the institution is known for its strong emphasis on academic rigor, offering a diverse curriculum that includes various Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors programs, and elective pathways designed to prepare students for higher education and professional careers. The school maintains a strong reputation for fostering a supportive learning environment that balances scholarly achievement with a well-rounded educational experience.
Beyond the classroom, Cranford High School is widely recognized for its robust extracurricular culture. The "Cougars" boast an extensive array of athletic programs, competitive performing arts departments, and a wide variety of student-led clubs and organizations. This commitment to holistic development encourages students to engage deeply with their community and develop leadership skills. With a history rooted in a tight-knit community, the school serves as a focal point for local pride, consistently striving to uphold high standards of excellence in both character development and academic performance.
For more information, contact Cranford High School at (908) 709-6272 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
CRANFORD, NJ 07016
(908) 709-6272
CRANFORD HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in CRANFORD, NJ with about 1,221 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New Jersey
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Cranford Public School District
- Total Students:
- 1,221
- Teachers:
- 101.41
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,221 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending CRANFORD HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 85% of the student body.
- White
- 84.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 7.0%
- Black or African American
- 4.5%
- Asian
- 2.7%
- Two or more races
- 0.8%
- Female
- 48.1%
- Male
- 51.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.