Serving 1,270 students in grades 9-12, Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 20% in WY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central High School's attendance zone covers the entire Cheyenne, WY school district, encompassing approximately 1,356.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 40.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Central High School's student population of 1,270 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,270 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1904
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central High School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.41. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#207 out of 303 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
53%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
75%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
89%
81.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.6%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central High School's ranking?
Central High School is ranked #207 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Central High School often compared to?
Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East High School, South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School?
The graduation rate of Central High School is 89%, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 81.4%.
How many students attend Central High School?
1,270 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Central High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central High School?
Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
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 Laramie County School District #1.
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