Serving 1,392 students in grades 9-12, Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central High School's student population of 1,392 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#756 out of 1276 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
12%
10%
Black
60%
32%
White
22%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central High School's ranking?
Central High School is ranked #756 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Central High School often compared to?
Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Russell County High School, Smiths Station High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School?
The graduation rate of Central High School is 92%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 89%.
How many students attend Central High School?
1,392 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Central High School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central High School?
Central High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Central High School offer ?
Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Central High School part of?
Central High School is part of Phenix City School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day for Students
May 21, 2024 (Tuesday)
School Reviews
2 3/19/2015
The administration does not care about the students learning environment but only the revenue generated by the athletes. Football is the #1 commodity for Central High School and not a student's education. The majority of students graduating who attend college test into remedial or developmental courses and their math and reading skills are not beyond a 10th grade level, if that high.
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