Serving 80 students in grades 9-12, Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 64%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 25-29%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1% in OH)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Central High School's student population of 80 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
80 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central High School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤20%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-29%
64%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
56%
17%
White
31%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)25-29%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Central High School often compared to?
Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 63% OH state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 64% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School?
The graduation rate of Central High School is 25-29%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Central High School?
80 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Central High School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central High School?
Central High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central High School offer ?
Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Central High School part of?
Central High School is part of Central High School District.
In what neighborhood is Central High School located?
Central High School is located in the Franklinton neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 8 other public schools located in Franklinton.
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