Serving 200 students in grades 6-12, Central City High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central City High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Central City, IA, covering approximately 75.5 square miles. Most students typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 9.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central City High School's student population of 200 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
200 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central City High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central City High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#864 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central City High School's ranking?
Central City High School is ranked #864 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Central City High School often compared to?
Central City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Point-urbana High School, Marion High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central City High School?
The graduation rate of Central City High School is 90%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Central City High School?
200 students attend Central City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Central City High School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central City High School?
Central City High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central City High School offer ?
Central City High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central City High School part of?
Central City High School is part of Central City Comm School District.
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