Centennial High School

Centennial High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
4300 Centennial Ln,  Ellicott City, MD
Howard County Public Schools
3.7
3.5
1,364 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1370
Average ACT Score
30
Math Proficiency
75%
Reading Proficiency
88%
Average GPA
3.63
Graduation Rate
98%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.63
Reading Proficiency
88%
Math Proficiency
75%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
86
Full Time Teachers
86
Teachers in First or Second Year
5.7%
College Prep
Average SAT
1370
Math
690
Verbal
670
Average ACT
30
Math
29
English
30
Reading
31
Science
29
Number of AP Courses
36
AP Pass Rate
86.9%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
5.3%
State Average
24.4%
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
293:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.8%
Female
47.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
39.9%
White
36.9%
Black
11.4%
Hispanic
7%
Two or more races
4.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#8 Best College Prep Public HS in Maryland
#9 Best Public HS in Maryland
#17 Best HS For Stem in Maryland
Source: Niche

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.
University of Maryland - College Park 669 Students
University of Maryland, Baltimore County 295 Students
Towson University 287 Students
Penn State 161 Students
Johns Hopkins University 153 Students
New York University 139 Students
Georgetown University 122 Students
Carnegie Mellon University 121 Students
University of Pennsylvania 113 Students
University of Maryland - Baltimore 109 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Computer Science 187 Students
Biology 180 Students
Business 173 Students
Psychology 138 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 75 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 59 Students
Economics 59 Students
Engineering 55 Students
Marketing 54 Students
Neuroscience and Neurobiology 53 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 345 Reviews
4.0 Sophomore
4/25/2025
the best part of centennial high in maryland is definitely the high level of academics in the school. here, high grades are expected and students strive to get leadership goals. this progressive environment encourages me to try my hardest. there are many good teachers in this school and majority are loved by many students. the worst part about this school is the building. the school is small, one story, built like a box with barely any windows. each classroom has their own temperature and the hallways are always crowded. still, overall, centennial high is an enjoyable school
5.0 Senior
12/7/2024
I loved my experience while at Centennial! The best thing here is the staff and students. The staff is very helpful and hard working. They always have a positive attitude and go above and beyond for their students. I had an amazing time at Centennial and wouldn't change anything! Go eagles!
5.0 Senior
8/27/2024
Attending Centennial High School, I have created great relationships with my teachers and strong bonds with my friends. The teachers at this school challenge me the most which gives me the most motivation to maintain a wonderful gpa and helps me excel in academics. As I soon will become an adult I would recommend this school to family or friends. If I had kids I would make them go to Centennial High because it's a wonderful school to go to.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.5 25 Reviews
5.0 student
9/6/2024
it is a great school, and I highly recommend it."
5.0 parent
11/9/2023
We are so blessed our children attend this school. The staff is wonderful and the students are academic and friendly!
5.0 parent
4/18/2023
Great school my boy love his school
5.0 parent
9/28/2022
Best school ever for kids and adults

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Centennial High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Ellicott City, MD, in the Ellicott City neighborhood, and is served by the Howard County Public Schools in Maryland. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,364 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 75% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 88% are proficient in reading. Centennial High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.63, the graduation rate is 98%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1370 and an ACT score of 30. The average home value in this area is $785,577. Discover additional schools in the area, like Applications And Research Laboratory, Howard High School, Fusion Academy Columbia, and more. Learn more about what Ellicott City has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Centennial High School.

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