Serving 151 students in grades 9-12, Centennial Jr-sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Centennial Jr-Sr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Utica, NE, covering approximately 324.1 square miles. Families in this area typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest zone edge located 17.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Centennial Jr-sr High School's student population of 151 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
151 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Communities United for a Brighter Tomorrow
School Rankings
Centennial Jr-sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial Jr-sr High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#629 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Centennial Jr-sr High School is ranked #629 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Centennial Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Centennial Jr-sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Centennial Jr-sr High School?
151 students attend Centennial Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Centennial Jr-sr High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centennial Jr-sr High School?
Centennial Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Centennial Jr-sr High School offer ?
Centennial Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Centennial Jr-sr High School part of?
Centennial Jr-sr High School is part of Centennial School District.
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