Serving 1,741 students in grades 9-12, Central East High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,741 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central High East Campus serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Fresno, CA, covering approximately 86.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.5 miles to the nearest zone edge and a maximum distance of 9.5 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central East High School's student population of 1,741 students has declined by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has declined by 56% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,741 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Striving to be the Best, Everyday at CEHS.
School Rankings
Central East High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central East High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5851 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
15%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
65%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central East High School's ranking?
Central East High School is ranked #5851 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Central East High School often compared to?
Central East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bullard High School, Clovis East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central East High School?
The graduation rate of Central East High School is 91%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Central East High School?
1,741 students attend Central East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Central East High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central East High School?
Central East High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Central East High School offer ?
Central East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Central East High School part of?
Central East High School is part of Central Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Central East High School located?
Central East High School is located in the West Side neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 13 other public schools located in West Side.
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