Serving 183 students in grades 9-12, Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central High School's student population of 183 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
183 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Engaging Curious Minds
School Rankings
Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (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 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1839 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
70-74%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)99.5%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
36%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central High School's ranking?
Central High School is ranked #1839 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Central High School often compared to?
Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South High School, North High School, Etude High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School?
The graduation rate of Central High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Central High School?
183 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Central High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central High School?
Central High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
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 Sheboygan Area School District.
In what neighborhood is Central High School located?
Central High School is located in the South Pier neighborhood of Sheboygan, WI. There are 4 other public schools located in South Pier.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I loved when I went to central. The teachers I had were fantastic! I even recommended that my younger brother should go here! The principal was amazing as well! By far the best school I''ve ever been to!
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