Champaign Central High School is a high school located in Champaign, Illinois. It has 1,509 students in grades 9-12. The principal is Joe Williams. It is part of the Champaign Unit 4 School District school system. Its sports teams are the Champaign Maroons.
Serving 1,642 students in grades 9-12, Central High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,642 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Central High School's student population of 1,642 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,642 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Year Founded
1870
Colors
Maroon, White
School Rankings
Central High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central High School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#977 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)32%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
20%
28%
Black
25%
16%
White
39%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Max Maroon (bear) The Color Of Maroon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central High School's ranking?
Central High School is ranked #977 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Central High School often compared to?
Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School?
The graduation rate of Central High School is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Central High School?
1,642 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Central High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central High School?
Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central High School offer ?
Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Central High School part of?
Central High School is part of Champaign CUSD 4 School District.
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