Centennial High School

Centennial High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
5050 Mallory Ln,  Franklin, TN
Williamson County Schools
4.0
3.8
1,389 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Sandra Joyner - Interim
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1240
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
37%
Reading Proficiency
61%
Average GPA
3.64
Graduation Rate
96%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.64
Reading Proficiency
61%
Math Proficiency
37%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
87
Full Time Teachers
87
Teachers in First or Second Year
6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1240
Math
620
Verbal
620
Average ACT
27
Math
26
English
28
Reading
28
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
26
AP Pass Rate
64.8%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
57%
State Average
56.3%
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
269:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.6%
Female
48.4%
White
58.3%
Hispanic
22.2%
Black
10.8%
Two or more races
4.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other 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.
University of Tennessee, Knoxville 487 Students
Middle Tennessee State University 282 Students
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga 235 Students
Belmont University 211 Students
Vanderbilt University 155 Students
Mississippi State University 147 Students
University of Kentucky 130 Students
Western Kentucky University 130 Students
Auburn University 124 Students
Tennessee Technological University 113 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 142 Students
Psychology 126 Students
Nursing 81 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 79 Students
Biology 73 Students
Mechanical Engineering 60 Students
Pre-Law Studies 50 Students
Architecture 47 Students
Marketing 45 Students
Computer Science 43 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 440 Reviews
4.0 Sophomore
4/17/2025
I would like to see a change in how seriously the academics are taken. There is often little regard for time and I feel like the school day is not being utilized to its fullest possible extent.
4.0 Senior
12/16/2024
I love how diverse and inclusive the school is. The teachers make sure they put the students first and allow for such an inviting yet knowledgeable experience.
4.0 Alum
2/27/2024
Overall, I had a very good time at CHS. There were definitely some parts to really love and some parts that I don't miss. But I am thankful I was able to attend there for my high school experience.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.8 30 Reviews
4.0 parent
8/8/2025
The school, my daughter is currently in I mean, she doesn’t love it because it’s school, but it definitely helps her academically. We moved from California and ever since we moved to Franklin. She’s done so well.
5.0 parent
7/12/2025
I've had two children go through Centennial 6 years apart. They both excelled and loved it there. The teachers are wonderful and its more of a family atmosphere.
2.0 parent
8/22/2021
No longer recommend any school in Williamson County due to the way the district is handling Covid. No mitigation strategies that are useful. No option for remote learning anymore. When they have to shut down they just use a snow day.
2.0 parent
6/3/2021
This school has No accountability for the students. They give do overs on every assignment until they make their desired score. The teachers spend most of their time pressing their political views on students instead of preparing them for college. The athletic departments are a mess. Coaches allow t...

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Centennial High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Franklin, TN and is served by the Williamson County Schools in Tennessee. The school has a total enrollment of 1,389 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 37% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 61% are proficient in reading. Centennial High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.64, the graduation rate is 96%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1240 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $735,595. Discover additional schools in the area, like Vanguard Virtual High School, Renaissance High School, Galileo Preparatory Academy, and more. Learn more about what Franklin has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Centennial High School.

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