For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 409 students in Centralia, MO.
The top-ranked public high school in Centralia, MO is Centralia High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Centralia, MO public high school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Centralia have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public high schools.
Centralia, MO public high school have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Centralia High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Centralia, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Centralia High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
849 S Jefferson
Centralia, MO 65240
(573) 682-3508
Centralia, MO 65240
(573) 682-3508
Gr: 9-12 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Centralia, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in Centralia, MO include Centralia High School.
How many public high schools are located in Centralia?
1 public high schools are located in Centralia.
What is the racial composition of students in Centralia?
Centralia public high schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).
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