Serving 1,073 students in grades 7-8, Centennial Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,073 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Centennial Middle School's student population of 1,073 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,073 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Centennial Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial Middle School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#364 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)49%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
27%
21%
Black
2%
1%
White
60%
69%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial Middle School's ranking?
Centennial Middle School is ranked #364 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Centennial Middle School often compared to?
Centennial Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freedom Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Centennial Middle School?
1,073 students attend Centennial Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Centennial Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centennial Middle School?
Centennial Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Centennial Middle School offer ?
Centennial Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Centennial Middle School part of?
Centennial Middle School is part of Provo School District.
In what neighborhood is Centennial Middle School located?
Centennial Middle School is located in the Rock Canyon neighborhood of Provo, UT. There are 1 other public schools located in Rock Canyon.
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