Centennial High School is a public high school serving grades 9–12 in Champaign, Illinois. It is part of Champaign Unit 4 School District. As of the 2020–21 school year, it had 1,400 students. The school is located next to Jefferson Middle School and Centennial Park.
Serving 1,476 students in grades 9-12, Centennial High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,476 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Centennial High School serves the west part of Champaign, IL, covering an area of approximately 30.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Centennial High School's student population of 1,476 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,476 students
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Rankings
Centennial High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
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
#1520 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
44%
16%
White
26%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Navy Blue, Columbia blue
School Mascot
Charger; (knight Seated On A Horse)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial High School's ranking?
Centennial High School is ranked #1520 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Centennial High School often compared to?
Centennial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Centennial High School?
The graduation rate of Centennial High School is 82%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Centennial High School?
1,476 students attend Centennial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Centennial High School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centennial High School?
Centennial High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
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 Champaign CUSD 4 School District.
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