Cranford High School
1,095 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
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.
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.
1,095
Total Students
99.3
Full-Time Teachers
11.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
1.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 870 |
| Hispanic | 120 |
| Black | 34 |
| Asian | 40 |
| Two or More | 31 |
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White870 (79.5 %)
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Hispanic120 (11.0 %)
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Asian40 (3.7 %)
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Black34 (3.1 %)
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Two or More31 (2.8 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Cranford Public School District |
| Phone: | (908)709-6272 |
| Website: | http://chs.cranfordschools.org/ |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,095 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 99.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | No |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 15 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 6 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
277
Grade 10
267
Grade 11
245
Grade 12
283
Ungraded
23
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 277 |
| Grade 10 | 267 |
| Grade 11 | 245 |
| Grade 12 | 283 |
| Ungraded | 23 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 504 | 46% |
| Male | 591 | 54% |
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