Central Senior High School

Central Senior High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
275 Lexington Pky N,  Saint Paul, MN
St. Paul Public School District
3.8
3.9
1,845 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mary Mackbee
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Average SAT Score
1270
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
27%
Reading Proficiency
56%
Average GPA
3.49
Graduation Rate
81%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.49
Reading Proficiency
56%
Math Proficiency
27%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers
74
Full Time Teachers
74
Teachers in First or Second Year
4.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1270
Math
630
Verbal
640
Average ACT
27
Math
26
English
27
Reading
28
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
11
AP Pass Rate
67.5%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
51.6%
State Average
31.9%
Science
35.7%
State Average
34%
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
264:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.6%
Male
48.4%
White
42.1%
Black
29%
Asian or Pacific Islander
12.1%
Hispanic
8.3%
Two or more races
7.6%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#28 Most Diverse Public HS in Minnesota
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 Minnesota Twin Cities 529 Students
University of St. Thomas - Minnesota 186 Students
University of Wisconsin-Madison 171 Students
Hamline University 135 Students
Macalester College 130 Students
St. Olaf College 129 Students
University of Minnesota Duluth 109 Students
Minnesota State University, Mankato 109 Students
Loyola University Chicago 100 Students
St. Catherine University 95 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 124 Students
Biology 119 Students
Business 108 Students
Political Science and Government 89 Students
Nursing 86 Students
Computer Science 81 Students
Environmental Science 65 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 56 Students
Pre-Law Studies 45 Students
Economics 45 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 356 Reviews
3.0 Senior
2/26/2025
It is a great community for the most part. And the school is quite diverse. But it is really hit or miss whether or not a class is taught well there are some very great teachers but there are also some teachers who are really not great.
4.0
1/23/2025
My experience at Central senior high is pretty amazing the have good people in the building they have people who would motivate you and they're clubs are amazing
4.0 Senior
12/12/2024
Attending Central Senior High is one of the best experiences for Schooling choices they have so many opportunities within clubs And Sports, They have good Resources for students who are applying to college And as-well as finding a college right for you they have programs if your interest as-well and have amazing teacher who are willing to help you one on one
GreatSchools Reviews
3.9 7 Reviews
4.0 student
2/24/2025
Most of the teachers at Central High School are great! However, the bad teacher was the Algebra 2 Accelerated teacher. First off, have you ever played a game of slots? Algebra 2 Accelerated felt like what would happen if you lost all of your money. No matter how much time I would put in to studying,...
1.0 other
3/9/2020
The students are allowed to dress horribly, bullies are allowed free reign of the school, kids gamble during study hall and no one says anything to them.
3.0 other
5/14/2017
I never wanna leave central issa amazing school
5.0 parent
4/14/2015
Both of my children attend this school and I think it does a wonderful job of supporting and providing a place for all kinds of students and supports indicidual creativity and interests with a plethora of clubs and activities to round out the rigorous academic program. It's diversity is a plus and m...

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Central Senior High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Saint Paul, MN and is served by the St. Paul Public School District in Minnesota. The school has a total enrollment of 1,845 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Academic records show that 27% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 56% are proficient in reading. Central Senior High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.49, the graduation rate is 81%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1270 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $482,885. Discover additional schools in the area, like Gordon Parks High School, ALC Gateway to College, Journeys Secondary School, and more. Learn more about what Saint Paul has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Central Senior High School.

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