Central High School

Central High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
306 S Bellevue Blvd,  Memphis, TN
Shelby County Schools
4.0
5.0
1,300 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Greg Mccullough
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1120
Average ACT Score
21
Math Proficiency
9%
Reading Proficiency
34%
Average GPA
3.4
Graduation Rate
89%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.4
Reading Proficiency
34%
Math Proficiency
9%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
79
Full Time Teachers
79
Teachers in First or Second Year
17.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1120
Math
540
Verbal
580
Average ACT
21
Math
20
English
21
Reading
23
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
22
AP Pass Rate
42.9%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
22.2%
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
349:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.1%
Male
49.9%
Black
83.3%
Hispanic
7%
Two or more races
4.6%
White
4.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<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 Memphis 429 Students
University of Tennessee, Knoxville 319 Students
Tennessee State University 274 Students
Middle Tennessee State University 233 Students
Jackson State University 194 Students
Austin Peay State University 181 Students
Christian Brothers University 126 Students
University of Tennessee at Martin 110 Students
Mississippi State University 108 Students
Belmont University 88 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 112 Students
Biology 101 Students
Business 91 Students
Psychology 82 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 56 Students
Computer Science 34 Students
Chemistry 32 Students
Marketing 31 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 30 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 29 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 277 Reviews
5.0 Senior
7/2/2024
its alright ive had a good couple of years. i'its bitter-sweet knowing in about to graduate! #2k25..
4.0 Senior
1/10/2024
Central has really prepared me for things I should expect in college. The high workload and thesis involved during my senior year really put into perspective what I should anticipate. I definitely wish the sports sector received a little more funding although central is primarily an academic school, but it would allow more high academic kids to continue with their dreams to play at a competitive level as well.
5.0 Parent
12/4/2023
Academically Central has been great. Their teachers and administrators are very involved and helps the students succeed. The school is a very old school and could use some updating but they keep the facility clean. I have been pleased with Central High.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 7 Reviews
5.0 teacher
4/11/2017
The students are well in touch with their classwork
5.0 parent
8/14/2012
When I was ready to move into a new neighborhood in 2007, I was so grateful to be able to move to the Central Garden area so that he could be a part of such a great I institution. The teachers care as Well as the principal, the children are well rounded, and there are a variety of things to learn in...
5.0 parent
3/7/2009
5.0 other
2/24/2009

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Central High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Memphis, TN and is served by the Shelby County Schools in Tennessee. The school has a total enrollment of 1,300 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 9% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 34% are proficient in reading. Central High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.4, the graduation rate is 89%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1120 and an ACT score of 21. The average home value in this area is $185,487. Discover additional schools in the area, like Medical District High School, Booker T. Washington Middle & High School, Hollis F. Price Middle College High School, and more. Learn more about what Memphis has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Central High School.

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