Central High School, or Davenport Central High School, is a public four-year comprehensive high school located in Davenport, Iowa, United States. The building opened in 1907 as "Davenport High School," and is now one of three public high schools in the Davenport Community School District.
Serving 1,288 students in grades 9-12, Central 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 46% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central High School serves the eastern part of Davenport, IA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 13.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's outer edge being about 2.3 miles and the furthest edge extending to 5.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central High School's student population of 1,288 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,288 students
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1907
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central 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 High School is 0.69, which is more 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
#1075 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
17%
14%
Black
23%
7%
White
47%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
76%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.1%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Red
School Mascot
Blue Devils
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central High School's ranking?
Central High School is ranked #1075 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Central High School often compared to?
Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North High School, West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School?
The graduation rate of Central High School is 76%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Central High School?
1,288 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Central High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central High School?
Central High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central High School offer ?
Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central High School part of?
Central High School is part of Davenport Comm School District.
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