Serving 2,052 students in grades 7-12, Centennial High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 2,052 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Centennial High School's student population of 2,052 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
2,052 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Centennial High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial High School is 0.63, 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
#426 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
37%
47%
Black
6%
6%
White
48%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial High School's ranking?
Centennial High School is ranked #426 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Centennial High School?
The graduation rate of Centennial High School is 96%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Centennial High School?
2,052 students attend Centennial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Centennial High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centennial High School?
Centennial High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Centennial High School offer ?
Centennial High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Centennial High School part of?
Centennial High School is part of Peoria Unified School District (4237).
School Calendar
View the Centennial High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day Of School/Full Day Wednesday
August 07, 2024 (Wednesday)
INDIGENIOUS PEOPLE'S DAY - SCHOOL CLOSED
October 14, 2024 (Monday)
FALL BREAK SCHOOL CLOSED
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
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