Central High School

Central High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
5728 Tennessee 58,  Harrison, TN
Hamilton County School District
3.5
3.6
746 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Finley King
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
16%
Reading Proficiency
29%
Average GPA
3.35
Graduation Rate
79%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.35
Reading Proficiency
29%
Math Proficiency
16%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
45
Full Time Teachers
45
Teachers in First or Second Year
8.5%
College Prep
Average ACT
22
Math
21
English
22
Reading
24
Science
22
Number of AP Courses
2
AP Pass Rate
52.6%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

3
Test Scores
3
Equity
2
College Readiness
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
61%
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
260:1

Student Diversity

Male
55.3%
Female
44.7%
Black
45.7%
White
33.8%
Two or more races
11.9%
Hispanic
8.1%
Native American
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

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 University of Tennessee at Chattanooga 193 Students
University of Tennessee, Knoxville 165 Students
Chattanooga State Community College 140 Students
Middle Tennessee State University 135 Students
East Tennessee State University 107 Students
Tennessee State University 91 Students
Lee University 79 Students
Tennessee Technological University 59 Students
Austin Peay State University 54 Students
Vanderbilt University 44 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 51 Students
Business 41 Students
Psychology 34 Students
Biology 23 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 23 Students
Computer Science 22 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 19 Students
Chemistry 15 Students
Accounting 14 Students
Engineering 13 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 138 Reviews
4.0 Senior
4/2/2022
I am currently a senior at central high school and I would say that it is a great school that has provided me with great friends and experiences for my last year of my high school career.
4.0 Senior
4/26/2020
Central High School helped me understand that life isn't easy and that it is easy to get off task.Central helped me focus on myself more and my life goals instead of worrying about others.I enjoyed Central High School because they prepare you for your future.
2.0 Senior
1/3/2020
Administration cares more about hoodies and jackets rather than the students education. A student could state they have concern and they will not do anything about your concerns. They won't even take them into consideration. The school is low key racist and they very weird methods. I personally hate central High School. The environment is not one where a student can be successful.
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3.6 12 Reviews
5.0 other
4/19/2020
I entered Central with mixed feelings, having heard not the best things about the school, and most of my friends were attending Ooltewah instead. However, looking back, I have no regrets. I absolutely loved my experience at Central. It is its own community, but you definitely get back what you put i...
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1.0 student
1/27/2018
I really can't believe a school could actually be this bad, they don't care, the teachers told me that I was faking my desease even though i had multiple doctors tell them what was wrong, then they acused me of lying about trying to get work so that i wouldnt fall behind. i really wish i could say s...
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4.0 other
3/3/2016
Our family chose Central over Ooltewah and have been more than pleased with the decision! The principal is outstanding. My child is having a wonderful high school experience at Central. No drama... just a good education and fun playing sports. What high school should be.
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5.0 student
6/17/2014
Central High School has improved a lot! School is what you make it while you are there. I'm involved in a lot of school activities, and the teachers have always been supportive of me.
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Central High School

Central High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Harrison, TN, in the Harrison neighborhood, and is served by the Hamilton County School District in Tennessee. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 746 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 16% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 29% are proficient in reading. Central High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.35, the graduation rate is 79%, and the average ACT score is 22. The average home value in this area is $386,164. Discover additional schools in the area, like Brown Middle School, Chattanooga School For The Liberal Arts, Harrison Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Harrison has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Central High School.

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