Serving 1,033 students in grades 7-9, Centennial Jr High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 1,033 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Centennial Jr High School's student population of 1,033 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
1,033 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Centennial Jr High School ranks within the top 10% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial Jr High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#86 out of 975 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)56%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)68%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
92%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial Jr High School's ranking?
Centennial Jr High School is ranked #86 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Centennial Jr High School often compared to?
Centennial Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kaysville Jr High School, Fairfield Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Centennial Jr High School?
1,033 students attend Centennial Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Centennial Jr High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centennial Jr High School?
Centennial Jr High School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Centennial Jr High School offer ?
Centennial Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Centennial Jr High School part of?
Centennial Jr High School is part of Davis School District.
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