Central School in Huntsville, an active Union County NJ high school serving grades Pre–K through 8, ranked in the top 20% statewide in 2023 but declined from #93 in 2012 to #243 in 2023.
Math proficiency at Central School was 45% in 2023, higher than the Alabama state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 60%, also higher than the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency ranged from 60% to 64% in 2022, significantly higher than the state average of 38%, placing the school in the top 10% statewide for science.
Enrollment was 637 students with a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 in 2023; minority enrollment comprised approximately 30%, including 72 Black students and 40 Hispanic students.
The percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased to 35% in 2023, reflecting a rise in economically disadvantaged students over recent years.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Central School serves the eastern part of Huntsville, AL, covering an area of approximately 26.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge located about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Central School's student population of 610 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
610 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#243 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
7%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central School's ranking?
Central School is ranked #243 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Central School often compared to?
Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hampton Cove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Central School?
610 students attend Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Central School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central School?
Central School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central School offer ?
Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central School part of?
Central School is part of Madison County School District.
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