Serving 1,294 students in grades 9-12, Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,294 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Central High School's student population of 1,294 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central High School is 0.63, 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
#1200 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
19%
14%
Black
19%
21%
White
55%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
74%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
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 Central High School's ranking?
Central High School is ranked #1200 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Central High School often compared to?
Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fulton High School, Gibbs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School?
The graduation rate of Central High School is 74%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Central High School?
1,294 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Central High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central High School?
Central High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Central High School offer ?
Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central High School part of?
Central High School is part of Knox County School District.
In what neighborhood is Central High School located?
Central High School is located in the Fountain City neighborhood of Knoxville, TN. There are 3 other public schools located in Fountain City.
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