Serving 732 students in grades 9-12, Centennial 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 732 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Centennial High School's student population of 732 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
732 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Centennial High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2557 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
15%
7%
Black
34%
17%
White
36%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial High School's ranking?
Centennial High School is ranked #2557 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Centennial High School?
The graduation rate of Centennial High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Centennial High School?
732 students attend Centennial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Centennial High School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centennial High School?
Centennial High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Centennial High School offer ?
Centennial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Centennial High School part of?
Centennial High School is part of Columbus City Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Centennial High School located?
Centennial High School is located in the Knolls West neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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