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Central High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
44W625 Plato Rd,
Burlington, IL
Central Community Unit School District No. 301
School Details
Head of School
Mr. Matthew Haug
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1220
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
56%
Reading Proficiency
70%
Average GPA
3.53
Graduation Rate
95%
Niche Grade
A-
B+
B+
C-
C
C
B
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Average GPA
3.53
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Reading Proficiency
70%
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Math Proficiency
56%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
85
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Full Time Teachers
85
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Teachers in First or Second Year
22.4%
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College Prep
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Average SAT
1220
Math
610
Verbal
610
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Average ACT
27
Math
26
English
27
Reading
27
Science
26
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Number of AP Courses
15
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AP Pass Rate
72.5%
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AP Math Enrollment
High
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AP Science Enrollment
Very High
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Other AP Enrollment
Very High
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Clubs and Activities
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Girls Athletic Participation
High
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Boys Athletic Participation
Average
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GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
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Science
52.6%
State Average
43%
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Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
327:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
51.9%
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Female
48.1%
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White
58.8%
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Hispanic
19.6%
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Asian
14.9%
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Two or more races
4%
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Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
215 Students
University of Iowa
160 Students
Illinois State University
129 Students
Loyola University Chicago
128 Students
University of Illinois Chicago
125 Students
Northern Illinois University
123 Students
University of Wisconsin-Madison
120 Students
Elgin Community College
114 Students
Purdue University
104 Students
Michigan State University
90 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
107 Students
Psychology
86 Students
Biology
70 Students
Nursing
60 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
58 Students
Computer Science
46 Students
Marketing
44 Students
Finance
36 Students
Accounting
35 Students
Pre-Law Studies
34 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
11/12/2024
Central has been a great experience so far. My teachers are always pushing for us to work our hardest.
1/23/2024
Moved to this school the summer going into my senior year and felt very welcome, especially by staff and my direct counselor. They were very helpful in preparing for college and often had assemblies for seniors to help with the whole application process.
11/24/2020
I love the school its a very clean and friendly place for everyone. All the staff and students are all respectful and caring.
GreatSchools Reviews
6/22/2026
This high school is truly outstanding. The teachers and staff are dedicated, supportive, and genuinely care about helping students succeed. The school offers a positive learning environment, strong academics, and great opportunities for students to grow both inside and outside the classroom.
4/27/2026
I had two kids through the district from Kindergarten though high school and they thrived and are well prepared for college and life. They participated in the many opportunities and had many very caring teachers and coaching. Overall we are very happy with the district and will miss it as last one i...
4/26/2026
My son had a wonderful experience at Central High School.
4/26/2026
This high school provides an excellent environment for both academic and personal growth. The teachers are supportive, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping students succeed. The school offers a strong range of courses, including advanced classes, which allow students to challenge themsel...
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Attendance Zone
List Price Range
$214K - $617K
Homes For Sale
0
Average Home Value
$553,276
Median Lot Size
16,770 Sq Ft
% Renters
19%
Average Household Income
$121,507
% of College Grads
31%
Median Age
47
Average House Size
1,896 Sq Ft
Homes for Sale
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$1,799 - $2,895 per month
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Parks in this Area
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Bruce Ream Park
Burlington Prairie Forest Preserve
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Central High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Burlington, IL, in the Burlington neighborhood, and is served by the Central Community Unit School District No. 301 in Illinois. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,363 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 56% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 70% are proficient in reading. Central High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.53, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1220 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $553,276. Discover additional schools in the area, like Central Middle School, Howard B. Thomas Grade School, and more. Learn more about what Burlington has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Central High School.