Serving 1,594 students in grades 9-12, Centaurus High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,594 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centaurus High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Centaurus High School's student population of 1,594 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,594 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Centaurus High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centaurus High School is 0.53, 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
#115 out of 1734 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
29%
35%
Black
1%
4%
White
62%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centaurus High School's ranking?
Centaurus High School is ranked #115 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Centaurus High School often compared to?
Centaurus High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monarch High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Centaurus High School?
The graduation rate of Centaurus High School is 91%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 81%.
How many students attend Centaurus High School?
1,594 students attend Centaurus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Centaurus High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centaurus High School?
Centaurus High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Centaurus High School offer ?
Centaurus High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Centaurus High School part of?
Centaurus High School is part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2.
School Reviews
2 1/29/2020
Why do the janitors and office staff despise the AD so much? Everyone knows the administration is incompetent and ineffective. Declining competitiveness, graduation, and attendance is likely a leading indicator of trouble ahead.
5 12/16/2019
I love this school! I have taught it Monarch, Fairview, Arapahoe Ridge, and now Centaurus. This is by far my favorite! I love the culture and climate. The students are hardworking and kind, and the admin is super supportive!
5 1/25/2011
Centaurus High school is a wonderfull school! My mom and dad went to this school as well as my sisters and I. Ten thumbs up!!!
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