Central High School is a multi-campus high school located in Fresno, California. The first campus is known as the West Campus, erected in 1922. The second campus, called the East Campus, opened its doors to students in August 1996. Central High serves grades 9-12 and is part of the Central Unified School District.
Serving 641 students in grades 9-12, Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 641 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Central High School's student population of 641 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
641 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1922
Colors
White, Orange
School Rankings
Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4539 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
61%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Grizzlies
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central High School's ranking?
Central High School is ranked #4539 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School?
The graduation rate of Central High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Central High School?
641 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Central High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 1% 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 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
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 Central Unified School District.
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