Serving 753 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Centennial Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Centennial Elementary School's student population of 753 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
753 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Centennial Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#141 out of 1854 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
24%
47%
Black
4%
6%
White
63%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial Elementary School's ranking?
Centennial Elementary School is ranked #141 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Centennial Elementary School often compared to?
Centennial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridges Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Centennial Elementary School?
753 students attend Centennial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Centennial Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centennial Elementary School?
Centennial Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Centennial Elementary School offer ?
Centennial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Centennial Elementary School part of?
Centennial Elementary School is part of Higley Unified School District (4248).
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Early Release: Elementary Last Day for Students
May 22, 2024 (Wednesday)
Last Day for Teachers
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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