Serving 726 students in grades 9-12, Saint Croix Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virgin Islands for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Virgin Islands state average of 89%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Virgin Islands state average of 75%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virgin Islands state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Virgin Islands state average of 99% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 726 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VI
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saint Croix Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virgin Islands for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Saint Croix Central High School's student population of 726 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
726 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Saint Croix Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 25 schools in Virgin Islands (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saint Croix Central High School is 0.44, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.36. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#18 out of 25 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)90-94%
89%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45-49%
75%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
28%
20%
Black
70%
78%
White
1%
1%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
99%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saint Croix Central High School's ranking?
Saint Croix Central High School is ranked #18 out of 25 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virgin Islands.
What schools are Saint Croix Central High School often compared to?
Saint Croix Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Croix Educational Compex High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 89% VI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% VI state average).
How many students attend Saint Croix Central High School?
726 students attend Saint Croix Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Saint Croix Central High School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saint Croix Central High School?
Saint Croix Central High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virgin Islands state average of 12:1.
What grades does Saint Croix Central High School offer ?
Saint Croix Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Saint Croix Central High School part of?
Saint Croix Central High School is part of Saint Croix School District.
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