Centerville High School is a public school of secondary education for grades 9–12 located in Centerville, Ohio, USA, situated 10 miles south of Dayton.
Serving 2,720 students in grades 9-12, Centerville High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,720 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Centerville High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Dayton, OH, encompassing approximately 31.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 4.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centerville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Centerville High School's student population of 2,720 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 139 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,720 students
Total Classroom Teachers
139 teachers
Year Founded
1885
School Rankings
Centerville High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centerville High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#779 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
8%
17%
White
72%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
School Mascot
Elk
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centerville High School's ranking?
Centerville High School is ranked #779 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Centerville High School often compared to?
Centerville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kettering Fairmont High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Centerville High School?
The graduation rate of Centerville High School is 97%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Centerville High School?
2,720 students attend Centerville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Centerville High School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centerville High School?
Centerville High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Centerville High School offer ?
Centerville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Centerville High School part of?
Centerville High School is part of Centerville City School District.
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