Central High School

108089 South 4670 Road
Sallisaw, OK 74955
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 172 students in grades 9-12, Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 172 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 66%
  • : ≥90% (Top 20% in OK)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 5%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Central High School's student population of 172 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
172 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers

School Rankings

Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central High School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OK)
#623 out of 1680 schools
(Top 50%)
11-19%
25%
50-59%
27%
20-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
35%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
n/a
8%
White
34%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
23%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
0.71
(20-21)
≥90%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
7%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Central High School's ranking?
Central High School is ranked #623 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Central High School often compared to?
Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Muldrow High School, Roland High School, Eastside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School?
The graduation rate of Central High School is 90%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Central High School?
172 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Central High School students are American Indian, 34% of students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
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 Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
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 Central School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 172 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 66%
  • : ≥90% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 5%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education

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