Serving 148 students in grades 9-12, Centennial Jr-sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Centennial Jr-sr High School's student population of 148 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
148 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Centennial Jr-sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial Jr-sr High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#497 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
21%
Black
3%
7%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Centennial Jr-sr High School is ranked #497 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Centennial Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Centennial Jr-sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Centennial Jr-sr High School?
148 students attend Centennial Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Centennial Jr-sr High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What grades does Centennial Jr-sr High School offer ?
Centennial Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Centennial Jr-sr High School part of?
Centennial Jr-sr High School is part of Centennial School District.
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