Serving 298 students in grades 9-12, Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Clifton, IL, encompassing approximately 178.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 8.2 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 11.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
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Attribute
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Graduation Rate
School Overview
Central High School's student population of 298 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
298 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central High School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1807 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central High School's ranking?
Central High School is ranked #1807 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Central High School often compared to?
Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Momence High School, Seneca High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School?
The graduation rate of Central High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Central High School?
298 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Central High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 3% 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 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central High School offer ?
Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Central High School part of?
Central High School is part of Central CUSD 4 School District.
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