Central Union High School serves 1,927 students in grades 9-12.
Central Union High School placed in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,927 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Union High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Central Union High School's student population of 1,927 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
Total Students
1,927 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Union High School is ranked within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Central Union High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1706 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Union High School's ranking?
Central Union High School is ranked #1706 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Union High School?
The graduation rate of Central Union High School is 88%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Central Union High School?
1,927 students attend Central Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Central Union High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Union High School?
Central Union High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Central Union High School offer ?
Central Union High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Central Union High School part of?
Central Union High School is part of Central Union High School District.
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