Serving 887 students in grades 9-12, Centralia High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 887 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 69% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Centralia High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Centralia, IL, encompassing approximately 134 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 6.8 miles and the furthest edge located 12.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Centralia High School's student population of 887 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
887 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
The mission of preparing our students for their post-secondary lives through both academic and social maturity.
School Rankings
Centralia High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centralia High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2478 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
69%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Orphans/orphan Annies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centralia High School's ranking?
Centralia High School is ranked #2478 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Centralia High School often compared to?
Centralia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salem Community High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Centralia High School?
The graduation rate of Centralia High School is 69%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Centralia High School?
887 students attend Centralia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Centralia High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centralia High School?
Centralia High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Centralia High School offer ?
Centralia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Centralia High School part of?
Centralia High School is part of Centralia HSD 200 School District.
School Calendar
View the Centralia High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break- no school
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break- no school
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 26, 2027 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 30, 2027 (Tuesday)
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