Chatham High School

Chatham High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
255 LAFAYETTE Ave,  Chatham, NJ
The School District of the Chathams
4.1
3.4
1,266 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Darren Groh
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Average SAT Score
1340
Average ACT Score
31
Math Proficiency
70%
Reading Proficiency
89%
Average GPA
3.68
Graduation Rate
97%

Niche Grade

A+
Academics
A-
Teachers
A
College Prep
A-
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.68
Reading Proficiency
89%
Math Proficiency
70%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
102
Full Time Teachers
102
Teachers in First or Second Year
20.6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1340
Math
670
Verbal
670
Average ACT
31
Math
29
English
31
Reading
32
Science
30
Number of AP Courses
31
AP Pass Rate
93.6%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

8
Test Scores
10
Equity
7
College Readiness
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
146:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.7%
Male
49.3%
White
77%
Asian or Pacific Islander
12.8%
Hispanic
6.1%
Two or more races
3.4%
Black
<1%

School Rankings

#25 Best Public HS in New Jersey
#26 Best College Prep Public HS in New Jersey
#36 Best HS For Athletes in New Jersey
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Rutgers University–New Brunswick 202 Students
Penn State 160 Students
New York University 148 Students
Boston University 140 Students
University of Delaware 112 Students
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor 105 Students
Boston College 98 Students
Syracuse University 92 Students
Northeastern University 91 Students
Cornell University 89 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 199 Students
Psychology 115 Students
Biology 95 Students
Finance 79 Students
Marketing 75 Students
Computer Science 65 Students
Economics 55 Students
Engineering 54 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 50 Students
Political Science and Government 47 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 142 Reviews
4.0 Senior
7/17/2024
Overall, the school ensures the readiness of students through its challenging courses available but I have found that for more difficult schools it lacks in providing opportunities and resources other schools do. I would like to see this change.
4.0 Junior
2/28/2024
Overall chatham is a good district academically. I like how it offers AP courses which will help me be prepared for challenging college courses and independent expectations. Many of the teachers are extremely helpful and genuinely interested in their profession. I feel comfortable asking questions and going into for extra help if needed. Chatham is a little bit overall strict: No doordashing or food in library. I find that students should be allowed to have food wherever they go as long as they clean up after themselves and that it's not a distraction. I do feel safe coming to school as there are security guards in multiple areas.
5.0 Alum
8/20/2023
Supportive learning environment - Academically challenging - Helps to set students up for a bright future - Counselors are actively involved in college process
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3.4 5 Reviews
1.0 parent
9/10/2025
Flawed ratings. Too many kids end up in private school in Chatham and for many it's a direct result of the high school's culture. Tutors are very popular, sports have so much parent influence it's laughable. If you are the right family, with the right amount of money and popularity, it's great, othe...
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1.0 parent
10/6/2018
This school scores well because kids that struggle just go to private school like Seton Hall Prep. The other factor is zero ethnic, racial, or economic diversity. The administration is completely incompetent and benefit from parents supplementing their education with tutoring services. Prepare to be...
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5.0 parent
9/24/2013
Better than most private high schools and rivaling the lyons share of junior colleges! U.S. News ranks Chatham High at number 13 in the state and number 192 nationally, out of 21,000 public schools. But the numbers don't tell the whole story; if your child is lucky enough to attend this school, then...
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5.0 parent
3/4/2009
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Chatham High School

Chatham High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Chatham, NJ, in the Chatham neighborhood, and is served by the The School District of the Chathams in New Jersey. The school has a total enrollment of 1,266 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 70% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 89% are proficient in reading. Chatham High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.68, the graduation rate is 97%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1340 and an ACT score of 31. The average home value in this area is $1,647,975. Discover additional schools in the area, like Summit Sr High School, New Providence High School, ECLC of New Jersey, and more. Learn more about what Chatham has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Chatham High School.

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