Serving 1,962 students in grades 9-12, Centennial High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 43:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,962 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 43:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Centennial High School's student population of 1,962 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,962 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Centennial High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#458 out of 1734 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
43:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
6%
12%
White
79%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial High School's ranking?
Centennial High School is ranked #458 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Centennial High School often compared to?
Centennial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blaine High School, Spring Lake Park Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN 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 Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Centennial High School?
1,962 students attend Centennial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Centennial High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% 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 43:1, which is higher than the Minnesota 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 Centennial Public School District.
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