Serving 1,579 students in grades 9-12, Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central High School's attendance zone covers the entire Phenix City, AL school district, encompassing approximately 28.1 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 2.8 miles and the furthest edge located 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central High School's student population of 1,579 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,579 students
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
School Rankings
Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central High School is 0.54, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#931 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
64%
31%
White
21%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
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 is Central High School's ranking?
Central High School is ranked #931 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Central High School often compared to?
Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Russell County High School, Smiths Station High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School?
The graduation rate of Central High School is 94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Central High School?
1,579 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Central High School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central High School?
Central High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central High School offer ?
Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central High School part of?
Central High School is part of Phenix City School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The administration does not care about the students learning environment but only the revenue generated by the athletes. Football is the #1 commodity for Central High School and not a student's education. The majority of students graduating who attend college test into remedial or developmental courses and their math and reading skills are not beyond a 10th grade level, if that high.
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