Serving 892 students in grades 9-12, Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 892 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Central High School's student population of 892 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
892 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1459 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
71%
35%
Black
2%
4%
White
23%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central High School's ranking?
Central High School is ranked #1459 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Central High School often compared to?
Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial High School, East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School?
The graduation rate of Central High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 81%.
How many students attend Central High School?
892 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Central High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 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 23:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
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 Pueblo School District No. 60 In The County Of Pueblo And.
In what neighborhood is Central High School located?
Central High School is located in the Mesa Junction neighborhood of Pueblo, CO.
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Teacher's Last Day
June 04, 2024 (Tuesday)
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