Centennial High School is a public high school located in Bakersfield, California, United States. The school's opening in 1993 marked the 100-year anniversary of the Kern High School District.
Serving 2,237 students in grades 9-12, Centennial High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,237 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Centennial High School's student population of 2,237 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,237 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
1993
Colors
Red, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Centennial High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial High School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2487 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
42%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
44%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Hawks, Hawks, G-hawks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial High School's ranking?
Centennial High School is ranked #2487 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Centennial High School often compared to?
Centennial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty High School, Frontier High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Centennial High School?
The graduation rate of Centennial High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Centennial High School?
2,237 students attend Centennial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Centennial High School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% 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 California state average of 21:1.
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 Kern High School District.
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