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Central Senior High School

275 Lexington Pkwy N
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 50%
Saint Paul Central High School is the oldest continuously operating high school in the state of Minnesota, United States. Founded in 1866 in downtown Saint Paul, Central has educated many leaders in business, government, literature, arts, sciences, and education throughout the state of Minnesota and the United States.
Serving 1,574 students in grades 9-12, Central Senior High School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). 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 21:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,574 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : 81% (Top 50% in MN)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 56% (Top 30%)
  • : 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:

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School Overview

Central Senior High School's student population of 1,574 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,574 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
1866
Colors
Red and black
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025

School Rankings

Central Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Senior High School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MN)
#883 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
30-34%
46%
56%
51%
45%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
27%
12%
White
45%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.71
81%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Minutemen
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Central Senior High School's ranking?
Central Senior High School is ranked #883 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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 81%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Central Senior High School?
1,574 students attend Central Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Central Senior High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 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 21:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Senior High School offer ?
Central Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,574 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : 81% (Top 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 56% (Top 30%)
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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