Centennial High School serves 1,799 students in grades 9-12.
Centennial High School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,799 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Centennial High School's student population of 1,799 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,799 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Centennial High School is ranked within the top 30% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Centennial High School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#624 out of 2168 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
29%
18%
Black
24%
36%
White
39%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial High School's ranking?
Centennial High School is ranked #624 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Centennial High School?
The graduation rate of Centennial High School is 91%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Centennial High School?
1,799 students attend Centennial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Centennial High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centennial High School?
Centennial High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
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 Fulton County School District.
School Calendar
View the Centennial High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Columbus Day (Schools Closed)
October 09, 2023 (Monday)
Last Day of First Semester
December 15, 2023 (Friday)
New Year's Day (Schools Closed)
January 01, 2024 (Monday)
First Day of Second Semester
January 03, 2024 (Wednesday)
M.L. King, Jr Holiday (Schools Closed)
January 15, 2024 (Monday)
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