Serving 351 students in grades 6-12, Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central High School's student population of 351 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 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 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#906 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
5%
21%
White
87%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central High School's ranking?
Central High School is ranked #906 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 Huntingdon High School, Mckenzie High School, Clarksburg School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 32% 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 90%, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Central High School?
351 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Central High School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central High School?
Central High School has a student ration of 11:1, 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 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central High School part of?
Central High School is part of Hollow Rock - Bruceton School District.
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