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 (2026)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Attendance Zone: Central Freshman Academy serves the entire district of Phenix City, AL, covering an area of approximately 28.1 square miles, with a typical drive to the school lasting between 5 to 10 minutes and the furthest edge of the zone located 8.8 miles away.
- 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)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
513 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
66%
31%
White
20%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(16-17)<50%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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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