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
3.8
1,845 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mary Mackbee
Student Teacher Ratio
26:1
Average SAT Score
1290
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
29%
Reading Proficiency
59%
Average GPA
3.5
Graduation Rate
81%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.5
Reading Proficiency
59%
Math Proficiency
29%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
26:1
Teachers
64
Full Time Teachers
64
Teachers in First or Second Year
4.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1290
Math
640
Verbal
650
Average ACT
27
Math
26
English
27
Reading
29
Science
27
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
52%
Male
48%
White
46.6%
Black
24.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
10.6%
Two or more races
10.6%
Hispanic
7.4%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#32 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 579 Students
University of St. Thomas - Minnesota 210 Students
University of Wisconsin-Madison 195 Students
Hamline University 146 Students
University of Minnesota Duluth 143 Students
Macalester College 134 Students
St. Olaf College 132 Students
St. Catherine University 115 Students
Loyola University Chicago 109 Students
Minnesota State University, Mankato 104 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 138 Students
Biology 132 Students
Business 129 Students
Political Science and Government 97 Students
Nursing 94 Students
Computer Science 80 Students
Environmental Science 69 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 60 Students
Pre-Law Studies 51 Students
Economics 47 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 339 Reviews
4.0 Alum
6/27/2025
My experience at Central was okay considering it was my first year in a school that big and also a public high school, I did like it compared to the charter school I went to throughout middle school and most of high school. It was very different and way out of my comfort zone because I wasn't used to sports teams, school spirit, games for the schools teams, dances, etc..
5.0 Freshman
5/23/2025
I came to Central after trying to find a place to be after a horrible experience going to school in Luck, WI. I found many friends and fit in all of the clubs I am in. I love our community and have loved my experience at Central both academically and socially.
3.0 Senior
11/14/2024
Central high school is a decent school. The teachers try their best to teach and make classes engaging. We have a wide variety of classes, as well as AP and IB classes. Our school can work on safety, as we have had some problems with this over the years. Our school spirit is going up. I am in student council and we held the first pep rally in 10 years in 2024. The school is not perfect but efforts are being made to make it better.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.8 6 Reviews
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...
5.0 parent
9/16/2013
Excellent orchestra, band and choral music programs, Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate academic programs, extraordinary number of all city championships in all sports, strong and consistent administration, healthy multicultural student body.

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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. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,845 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 26:1. Academic records show that 29% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 59% 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 3.5, the graduation rate is 81%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1290 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $483,995. 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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