Joliet Central High School is a public secondary school located in Joliet, Illinois. Central is part of Joliet Township High Schools, along with Joliet West and Joliet East. Before the opening of Joliet East and West, the school was called Joliet Township High School.
Serving 3,295 students in grades 9-12, Joliet Central 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 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Joliet Central High School serves the southeastern part of Joliet, IL, covering an area of approximately 76.1 square miles. Most students can typically reach the school within 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joliet Central High School's student population of 3,295 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 181 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,295 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
181 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1901
School Rankings
Joliet Central 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 Joliet Central High School is 0.44, 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
#2834 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
73%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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
77%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joliet Central High School's ranking?
Joliet Central High School is ranked #2834 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Joliet Central High School often compared to?
Joliet Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joliet West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Joliet Central High School?
The graduation rate of Joliet Central High School is 77%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Joliet Central High School?
3,295 students attend Joliet Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Joliet Central High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joliet Central High School?
Joliet Central High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Joliet Central High School offer ?
Joliet Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Joliet Central High School part of?
Joliet Central High School is part of Joliet TWP HSD 204 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School for 1st Semester
December 18, 2026 (Friday)
First Day of Classes - 2nd Semester
January 06, 2027 (Wednesday)
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