Central Freshman Academy

2800 Dobbs Drive
Phenix City, AL 36870
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Central Freshman Academy serves 513 students in grades 9. 
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9
  • Enrollment: 513 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : <50%
  • : Central Freshman Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Phenix City, AL, covering approximately 28.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge, extending up to 8.8 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Central Freshman Academy's student population of 513 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
513 students

Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓

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School Rankings

The diversity score of Central Freshman Academy is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (AL)
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1

Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
10%
12%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓

Black
66%
31%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓

White
20%
50%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
4%
4%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
80%
0.52

Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓

(16-17)
<50%
88%
(22-23)
26.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
53%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%

Showing 2014–2024. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Central Freshman Academy often compared to?
Central Freshman Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, Beauregard High School by visitors of our site.
What is the graduation rate of Central Freshman Academy?
The graduation rate of Central Freshman Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Central Freshman Academy?
513 students attend Central Freshman Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Central Freshman Academy students are Black, 20% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Freshman Academy?
Central Freshman Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central Freshman Academy offer ?
Central Freshman Academy offers enrollment in grades 9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Freshman Academy part of?
Central Freshman Academy is part of Phenix City School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9
  • Enrollment: 513 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : <50%
  • : Central Freshman Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Phenix City, AL, covering approximately 28.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge, extending up to 8.8 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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