Serving 663 students in grades 9-12, Central High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 663 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Central High School's student population of 663 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
663 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#65 out of 1792 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
1%
22%
White
95%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central High School's ranking?
Central High School is ranked #65 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Central High School often compared to?
Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastside High School, Union High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School?
The graduation rate of Central High School is 95%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Central High School?
663 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Central High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central High School?
Central High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central High School offer ?
Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central High School part of?
Central High School is part of Wise County School District.
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