Central High School

Central High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1500 S Park St,  Little Rock, AR
Little Rock School District
3.8
4.0
2,260 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Nancy L. Rousseau
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1240
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
11%
Reading Proficiency
35%
Average GPA
3.42
Graduation Rate
93%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.42
Reading Proficiency
35%
Math Proficiency
11%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
161
Full Time Teachers
161
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1240
Math
610
Verbal
620
Average ACT
26
Math
24
English
27
Reading
27
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
36
AP Pass Rate
58.9%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
28.2%
Science
32.9%
English
54.6%
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
225:1

Student Diversity

Female
53.5%
Male
46.5%
Black
48.9%
White
27.1%
Hispanic
10.5%
Asian
10.5%
Two or more races
2.4%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#3 Most Diverse Public HS in Arkansas
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 Arkansas 877 Students
University of Central Arkansas 598 Students
University of Arkansas at Little Rock 484 Students
Hendrix College 346 Students
Arkansas State University 323 Students
University of Memphis 221 Students
Louisiana State University 199 Students
Baylor University 174 Students
Jackson State University 165 Students
Henderson State University 164 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 234 Students
Biology 224 Students
Business 204 Students
Nursing 199 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 164 Students
Computer Science 112 Students
Political Science and Government 94 Students
Pre-Law Studies 74 Students
Chemistry 66 Students
Accounting 54 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 727 Reviews
5.0 Junior
1/23/2026
I love Central High School environment. It sets us up for college and jobs by providing elective classes. I take cosmetology, and so I will graduate with my license after senior year. It's a diverse high school and I'm very grateful for central.
3.0 Senior
10/10/2025
It was very challenging, they actually care about their students learning, but there are barely any school activities
5.0 Senior
2/14/2025
My name is Colin Sproles. I attend the historic Little Rock Central High School. I can honestly say that I don't consider any experience the worst part. I look at imperfections as room for improvement. The best part of my experience at Central High School is that I currently serve as the Student Body President at my high school. I am the twin brother to our Senior Class President, Cameryn Sproles. I am also a youth leader at my church and in my community. I take my leadership roles and my faith seriously. II work extremely hard to be a voice and make positive changes for the youth at my school, community, church, and whatever I am a part of. I spearhead and volunteer in programs that will make a difference in our community. I am the liaison between the students, the staff and parents. I have reached out to students in my school and the community to get involved in worship and volunteering in the school, church, and the community.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 6 Reviews
5.0 parent
7/6/2025
My child ìs thriving after resent struggles with a learning disability. She is happy and she has friends. The teachers don't treat her any differently. Central high is not perfect but it is more than satisfactory.
5.0 student
10/24/2022
I'm currently a student at central high and its the best school I have ever attended. (That's saying something since I've gone to five different schools throughout my life.) I have really good friends and everyone I've met is weirdly really really nice, but its probably only weird to me because I ca...
1.0 student
7/29/2019
this school is terrible would not recommend. The main thing they seem to promote is their diversity which isn’t even necessarily a strength. you should not choose a school just because it’s diverse.
5.0 other
5/28/2018
One of the greatest experiences of my life.

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Central High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Little Rock, AR and is served by the Little Rock School District in Arkansas. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,260 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 11% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 35% are proficient in reading. Central High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.42, the graduation rate is 93%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1240 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $144,757. Discover additional schools in the area, like Arkansas Consolidated High School, Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School, Hall STEAM Magnet High School, and more. Learn more about what Little Rock has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Central High School.

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