Serving 2,787 students in grades 9-12, Centennial High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,787 students
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Centennial High School's student population of 2,787 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,787 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Centennial High School ranks within the top 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial High School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#315 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
31%
44%
Black
18%
12%
White
34%
29%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial High School's ranking?
Centennial High School is ranked #315 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Centennial High School?
The graduation rate of Centennial High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend Centennial High School?
2,787 students attend Centennial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Centennial High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Centennial High School offer ?
Centennial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Centennial High School part of?
Centennial High School is part of Clark County School District.
School Reviews
5 7/10/2008
The facilities are well-equipped. There are lots of choices of AP and Honors courses. You have options to PE, like NJROTC. They focus on student achievement, but still keep the fun in it.
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