Serving 705 students in grades 9-12, Center High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 705 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Center High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Center High School's student population of 705 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
705 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Center High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Center High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4033 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
44%
53%
Black
20%
13%
White
31%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Center High School's ranking?
Center High School is ranked #4033 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Center High School often compared to?
Center High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Timpson School, Shelbyville School, Tenaha Schools by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Center High School?
The graduation rate of Center High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Center High School?
705 students attend Center High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Center High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Center High School?
Center High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Center High School offer ?
Center High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Center High School part of?
Center High School is part of Center Independent School District.
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