Serving 1,474 students in grades 9-12, Centennial High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Centennial High School's student population of 1,474 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Centennial High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial High School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#316 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
22%
14%
Black
11%
21%
White
58%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial High School's ranking?
Centennial High School is ranked #316 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Centennial High School often compared to?
Centennial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin High School, Fred J Page High School, Brentwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Centennial High School?
The graduation rate of Centennial High School is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Centennial High School?
1,474 students attend Centennial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Centennial High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centennial High School?
Centennial High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Centennial High School offer ?
Centennial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Centennial High School part of?
Centennial High School is part of Williamson County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/11/2010
Centennial is a wonderful school that we have been lucky to send 2 students to. The school spirit is unmatched, the academics are excellent, the teachers are wonderful, and the new principal (Dr. Brown) is amazing. Our children are college bound, 30+ ACT scores. We wouldnt consider any other school. THANK YOU CHS!
5 10/5/2010
CHS is an amazing school that may now finally have a chance to come out of the dark shadow that politics have held over it for so long. The lies and negativity have been confronted by a great principal and the school has a bright future ahead.
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