Central School is a public high school in Allentown, Santa Rosa County, Florida, United States. It is located at 6180 Central School Road. The school's teams compete as the Jaguars.
Serving 696 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Central School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Central School's student population of 696 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
696 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1983
Colors
Navy Blue, Silver
School Motto
In partnership with Santa Rosa County District Schools our vision is to provide an environment that fosters each learner’s potential, equips students for academic excellence, and promotes lifelong learning.
School Mascot
Jaguar
School Rankings
Central School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central School is 0.22, which is less 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
#2158 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
37%
Black
1%
21%
White
88%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central School's ranking?
Central School is ranked #2158 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Central School often compared to?
Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jay High School, Pace High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central School?
The graduation rate of Central School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Central School?
696 students attend Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Central School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central School?
Central School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central School offer ?
Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central School part of?
Central School is part of Santa Rosa School District.
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