Serving 1,081 students in grades 9-12, Cranford High School ranks in the top 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 26% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,081 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cranford High School's student population of 1,081 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,081 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Year Founded
1902
School Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Rankings
Cranford High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cranford High School is 0.36, 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
#969 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
11%
34%
Black
3%
15%
White
79%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cranford High School's ranking?
Cranford High School is ranked #969 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cranford High School?
The graduation rate of Cranford High School is 89%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Cranford High School?
1,081 students attend Cranford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Cranford High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cranford High School?
Cranford High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cranford High School offer ?
Cranford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cranford High School part of?
Cranford High School is part of Cranford Public School District.
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