Serving 1,488 students in grades 9-12, Central High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,488 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Central High School's student population of 1,488 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#215 out of 1237 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
21%
42%
White
68%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central High School's ranking?
Central High School is ranked #215 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Central High School often compared to?
Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Zachary High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School?
The graduation rate of Central High School is 93%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Central High School?
1,488 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Central High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
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 Central Community School District.
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