Serving 430 students in grades 9-12, Centralia High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centralia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Centralia High School's student population of 430 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Centralia High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centralia High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#220 out of 2092 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
94%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centralia High School's ranking?
Centralia High School is ranked #220 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Centralia High School often compared to?
Centralia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Callaway High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Centralia High School?
The graduation rate of Centralia High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Centralia High School?
430 students attend Centralia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Centralia High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centralia High School?
Centralia High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri 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 R-VI School District.
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