Central High School

Central High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
10200 E Brookside Dr,  Baton Rouge, LA
Central Community Public Schools
3.9
3.7
1,605 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Brandon Lagroue
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1190
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
53%
Reading Proficiency
60%
Average GPA
3.5
Graduation Rate
94%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B
Teachers
B-
College Prep
C+
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.5
Reading Proficiency
60%
Math Proficiency
53%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
101
Full Time Teachers
101
Teachers in First or Second Year
27.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1190
Math
590
Verbal
600
Average ACT
23
Math
22
English
24
Reading
25
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
14
AP Pass Rate
31.8%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
37%
State Average
10%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
364:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.7%
Female
48.3%
White
63.8%
Black
24.3%
Hispanic
8.5%
Two or more races
2.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Louisiana State University 505 Students
Southeastern Louisiana University 439 Students
University of Louisiana at Lafayette 237 Students
Louisiana Tech University 197 Students
Southern University & A&M College 132 Students
Loyola University New Orleans 127 Students
Baton Rouge Community College 108 Students
Northwestern State University of Louisiana 102 Students
Nicholls State University 95 Students
University of New Orleans 91 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 128 Students
Business 80 Students
Biology 73 Students
Psychology 59 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 49 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 39 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 30 Students
Pre-Law Studies 30 Students
Computer Science 29 Students
Accounting 27 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 163 Reviews
4.0 Senior
8/12/2025
The best part of my school is having good teachers that actually like teaching and make class fun. Something I would like to see change is the amount of people at the school or getting a bigger school there are too many people that classes don't have enough tables so it is really crowded
3.0 Senior
7/15/2025
Academically, Central High offered strong core classes and great opportunities like dual enrollment. Some classes were more engaging than others, but I feel prepared for college. There were ups and downs, but overall I had a strong friend group and enjoyed things like pep rallies and senior events.
2.0 Alum
6/11/2025
I don't think this schools is one of the best. they pay more attention to sports-mostly football-and don't care about any other club or sport. The teachers either went out of their way to help or wouldn't give any care about you. The administrators were all stuck up. Sorry i went here for 4 years and absolutely despised it with every fiber of my being. Homeschool or send your kids to a private school-its a much better option.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.7 3 Reviews
1.0 parent
7/3/2025
My child was top of their class and constantly underrepresented and mistreated without cause. Racism runs rampant in the school and any POC kid would be unsafe emotionally and mentally especially if they can’t find community.
5.0 student
3/9/2010
Central High is an EXCELLENT school, with an amazing principal who loves and cares for all children.
5.0 other
9/9/2008

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Central High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Baton Rouge, LA, in the Central neighborhood, and is served by the Central Community Public Schools in Louisiana. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,605 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 53% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 60% are proficient in reading. Central High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.5, the graduation rate is 94%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1190 and an ACT score of 23. The average home value in this area is $318,668. Discover additional schools in the area, like Central Middle School, St. Alphonsus Catholic School, Amite Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Baton Rouge has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Central High School.

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