Serving 1,691 students in grades 9-12, Central Senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,691 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Central Senior High School's student population of 1,691 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,691 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Senior High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1018 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
29%
12%
White
42%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Senior High School's ranking?
Central Senior High School is ranked #1018 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Central Senior High School often compared to?
Central Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland Park Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Central Senior High School is 88%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Central Senior High School?
1,691 students attend Central Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Central Senior High School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Senior High School?
Central Senior High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Senior High School offer ?
Central Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Central Senior High School part of?
Central Senior High School is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Central Senior High School located?
Central Senior High School is located in the Union Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 5 other public schools located in Union Park.
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