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 2,988 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 28%). 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 28:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,988 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Centennial High School's student population of 2,988 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,988 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Year Founded
1999
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Carolina blue
School Rankings
Centennial High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 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 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#381 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
34%
45%
Black
19%
12%
White
31%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
10%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial High School's ranking?
Centennial High School is ranked #381 out of 692 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 28% 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 93%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Centennial High School?
2,988 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, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% 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 28:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
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 7/10/2008
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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