Centennial High School

Centennial High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1441 Bethel Rd,  Columbus, OH
Columbus City School District
3.8
3.4
757 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Stephanie Porta
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
1120
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
17%
Reading Proficiency
47%
Average GPA
3.28
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.28
Reading Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
17%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
41
Full Time Teachers
41
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1120
Math
550
Verbal
570
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
23
Reading
24
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
11
AP Pass Rate
54.2%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
242:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.4%
Female
49.6%
White
35.9%
Black
33.9%
Hispanic
15%
Two or more races
7.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
7.2%

School Rankings

#8 Niche Standout HS in Ohio
Source: Niche

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.
The Ohio State University 226 Students
Columbus State Community College 115 Students
Ohio University 109 Students
Otterbein University 93 Students
University of Cincinnati 81 Students
Bowling Green State University 58 Students
Miami University 44 Students
Capital University 40 Students
University of Kentucky 37 Students
The University of Akron 33 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 40 Students
Psychology 36 Students
Biology 35 Students
Business 27 Students
Computer Science 21 Students
Architecture 18 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 17 Students
Pre-Law Studies 15 Students
Graphic Design 15 Students
Social Work and Youth Services 15 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 126 Reviews
4.0 Senior
12/12/2024
I have had a great time at Centennial. Everyone is really nice and the teachers help you with anything you are struggling with.
1.0 Senior
5/6/2022
I don't even know where to start. The administration truly doesn't care about its students. There are a few good teachers.
5.0 Senior
6/8/2020
At centennial high school there were a lot of different activities and involvement you can get into. I loved that all the people were diverse and good things happened. Something that could change at centennial high school is the school food. The food selection is just not right for the kids.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.4 5 Reviews
1.0 other
9/16/2025
don’t let your child go to this school, they don’t care about bullying until you take it into your own hands, we’ve told the so called principal i was getting bullied by a senior and i was a sophomore and they still didn’t do anything about it, and now i got suspended because the girl who kept bully...
5.0 other
9/17/2018
Expectations are high at this school. Both of my children were well prepared to continue their education beyond graduation.
5.0 student
8/9/2013
Currently a junior. Good academics, good diversity, overall good athletic programs, and a safe, fun learning environment.
1.0 parent
6/3/2010
Sigh...I entered this school year with high hopes having chosen this school by lottery for my daughter. Unfortunately, I am disappointed in how things have turned out, my main frustration is that there is a useful and valuable tool in the Parent Assistant Module designed for teachers to communicate...

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Centennial High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Columbus, OH and is served by the Columbus City School District in Ohio. The school has a total enrollment of 757 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 17% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 47% are proficient in reading. Centennial High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.28, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1120 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $367,358. Discover additional schools in the area, like Whetstone High School, Thomas Worthington High School, Upper Arlington High School, and more. Learn more about what Columbus has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Centennial High School.

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