Central High School

1500 Park St
Little Rock, AR 72202
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 2,338 students in grades 9-12, Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,338 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 71%
  • : 92% (Top 20% in AR)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:

School Overview

Central High School's student population of 2,338 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 162 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,338 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
162 teachers
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School Rankings

Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (AR)
#482 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
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33%
38%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Central High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
42%
40%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Central High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Arkansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
31%
36%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Central High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
2%
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Hispanic
9%
14%
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Black
51%
19%
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White
29%
59%
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Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Arkansas.
0.64
This chart displays the diversity score of Central High School and the public school average diversity score of Arkansas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
92%
88%
This chart displays graduation rate of Central High School and public school graduation rate of Arkansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Central High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Central High School's ranking?
Central High School is ranked #482 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Central High School often compared to?
Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkview Magnet High School, Joe T. Robinson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR 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 Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Central High School?
2,338 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Central High School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central High School?
Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central High School offer ?
Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central High School part of?
Central High School is part of Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is Central High School located?
Central High School is located in the Central High Historic District neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 1 other public schools located in Central High Historic District.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,338 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 71%
  • : 92% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education

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