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Central High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
433 N Mount Rushmore Rd,
Rapid City, SD
Rapid City Area School District
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1220
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
27%
Reading Proficiency
57%
Average GPA
3.44
Graduation Rate
66%
Niche Grade
C+
B-
B-
C-
C-
C+
B
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.44
Reading Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
27%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
119
Full Time Teachers
119
Teachers in First or Second Year
17.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1220
Math
610
Verbal
620
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
23
Reading
25
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
4
AP Pass Rate
73.8%
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
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
50.1%
State Average
29.3%
Science
37.9%
State Average
21.3%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
384:1
Student Diversity
Male
50.8%
Female
49.2%
White
54.2%
Native American
19%
Two or more races
14.3%
Hispanic
10.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1%
Black
<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.
South Dakota State University
221 Students
University of South Dakota
207 Students
Black Hills State University
183 Students
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology
119 Students
Colorado State University
92 Students
Augustana University
76 Students
University of Wyoming
71 Students
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
63 Students
Western Dakota Technical College
51 Students
Northern State University
48 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing
72 Students
Psychology
49 Students
Biology
46 Students
Business
44 Students
Chemistry
36 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
33 Students
Education
27 Students
Elementary Education
22 Students
Physical Therapy
21 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
20 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
3/4/2025
The best part about my experience was meeting all of the people I know today. I have made some good friends and had good teachers. The worst part is the food at the school and how disrespectful students can be and seem to not care about their education.
2/21/2025
I had an overall good experience with Central High School. I enjoyed the Drama department, and did well in academics. I enjoyed most classes, and had good experiences with many teachers and students. I enjoyed my biology classes, and the science classes in general were always interesting. I also enjoyed my english classes, and the library was always a nice place to visit.
2/12/2025
I thought that my overall high school experience was full of ups and downs. My school had 4 different schedules is the 4 years i was there and those changes greatly impacted by schooling. the sports and activities were fun but they were not very successful programs because i feel the school and admins did not put as much effort into them as they did other parts of the school. the school spirit was also very disappointing as we have one of the largest schools in the state but especially at football games because the stadium is a 5 or so minute drive away from campus and the kids still had to pay most kids just decided against going to the games and we were often out numbered in terms of fans compared to other schools even when its our home games.
GreatSchools Reviews
12/12/2024
There is something for anyone and everyone at Central. One of the few high schools that aren’t clicky. You can just be you.
1/30/2024
Central is the best high school in Rapid City due to its diversity, teachers, and opportunities of all kinds.
1/30/2024
I have loved every second of being a Cobbler. Central is filled with exceptional students and staff!
3/1/2022
I'd give this school a zero star if I could. They really don't care about their students and the few teachers who do are out shined by those of them who don't care. Communication sucks! Instead of trying to solve problems they cause more. Recommend looking into other schools then dropping your kids...
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Map
Attendance Zone
List Price Range
$165K - $627K
Homes For Sale
51
Average Home Value
$305,574
Median Lot Size
7,840 Sq Ft
% Renters
54%
Average Household Income
$63,479
% of College Grads
21.8%
Median Age
38
Average House Size
1,712 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
69.2%
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$895 - $2,601 per month
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- 1-2 Baths
- 465+ Sq Ft
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- Rapid City, SD
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Central High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Rapid City, SD and is served by the Rapid City Area School District in South Dakota. The school has a total enrollment of 2,020 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 27% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 57% are proficient in reading. Central High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.44, the graduation rate is 66%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1220 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $305,574. Discover additional schools in the area, like Lincoln Building - 44, Rapid City High School - 45, Jefferson Academy, and more. Learn more about what Rapid City has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Central High School.