Serving 1,730 students in grades 9-12, Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,730 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central High School's student population of 1,730 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,730 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central High School is 0.50, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1045 out of 2092 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
8%
15%
White
69%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central High School's ranking?
Central High School is ranked #1045 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Central High School often compared to?
Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lafayette High School, Benton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School?
The graduation rate of Central High School is 83%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Central High School?
1,730 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Central High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central High School?
Central High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri 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 St. Joseph School District.
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