Centennial High School is a public secondary school located in unincorporated Clark County, Nevada, United States, in Las Vegas. The school serves about 3000 students in grades 9 to 12 in the Clark County School District. In 2000, the movie Pay It Forward was filmed at Centennial High.
Serving 2,961 students in grades 9-12, Centennial High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is equal to the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,961 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Centennial High School serves the west part of Las Vegas, NV, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 31.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive time of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Centennial High School's student population of 2,961 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,961 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1999
School Rankings
Centennial High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial High School is 0.75, 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
#395 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
81.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.6%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Carolina blue
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial High School's ranking?
Centennial High School is ranked #395 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Centennial High School often compared to?
Centennial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arbor View High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV 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 Nevada state average of 81.4%.
How many students attend Centennial High School?
2,961 students attend Centennial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Centennial High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centennial High School?
Centennial High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Centennial High School offer ?
Centennial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Centennial High School part of?
Centennial High School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Centennial High School located?
Centennial High School is located in the La Madre Foothills neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 3 other public schools located in La Madre Foothills.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The facilities are well-equipped. There are lots of choices of AP and Honors courses. You have options to PE, like NJROTC. They focus on student achievement, but still keep the fun in it.
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