Serving 166 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 14:1 is lower 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 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central High's attendance zone covers the entire Sallisaw school district, encompassing approximately 46.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.2 miles away.
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Central High School's student population of 166 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
166 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central High School is 0.72, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#609 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
33%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
24%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
81.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
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 #609 out of 1,652 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 Eastside Elementary School, Gans High School, Muldrow High 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 80-89%, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 81.2%.
How many students attend Central High School?
166 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Central High School students are White, 33% of students are American Indian, 24% of students are Two or more races, 8% 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 14:1, which is lower 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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