Cherokee High School (North Carolina) facts for kids
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Cherokee High School football field
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200 Ravensford Drive
28719
United States
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| Coordinates | 35°30′47″N 83°17′49″W / 35.51306°N 83.29694°W |
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| School type | Tribal |
| Established | 1975 |
| School district | Cherokee Central Schools |
| CEEB code | 340710 |
| Principal | Woodreen Caldwell |
| Teaching staff | 78.36 (FTE) |
| Enrollment | 675 (2023–2024) |
| Student to teacher ratio | 8.61 |
| Campus type | Rural |
| Color(s) | Maroon and gold |
| Mascot | Braves |
Cherokee High School is a special school located in Cherokee, North Carolina. It is a high school for students in grades 9 through 12. The school is managed by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, a Native American tribe. It also gets support from the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE).
Cherokee High School is part of the Cherokee Central Schools System. It is the only high school for grades 9-12 on the Qualla Boundary. The school shares its campus with Cherokee Elementary and Cherokee Middle School. The school moved into a brand new building in 2009.
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About Cherokee High School
Cherokee High School is a unique school because it is run by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. This means the tribe helps make decisions about the school. The Bureau of Indian Education also provides funding and support. This helps make sure students get a great education.
School Standards and Quality
The school is officially recognized by two important groups. These are the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. This means the school meets high standards for teaching and learning.
Sports and Teams
Cherokee High School has many sports teams. They compete in the North Carolina High School Athletic Association. Their teams are known as the Braves.
- The football team won a state championship in 2017.
- The girls' basketball team has won state championships three times. They won in 1996, 2024, and 2025.
Teachers and Staff
Some very talented people have taught at Cherokee High School.
More Information
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