Serving 462 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Centennial Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Centennial Elementary serves the west part of Plano, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Centennial Elementary School's student population of 462 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
462 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Rankings
Centennial Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#253 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Asian
34%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
9%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
37%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial Elementary School's ranking?
Centennial Elementary School is ranked #253 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Centennial Elementary School often compared to?
Centennial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hightower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Centennial Elementary School?
462 students attend Centennial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Centennial Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centennial Elementary School?
Centennial Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Centennial Elementary School offer ?
Centennial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Centennial Elementary School part of?
Centennial Elementary School is part of Plano Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Centennial Elementary School located?
Centennial Elementary School is located in the La Ventura Apartments neighborhood of Plano, TX.
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