Central High School is a public high school in Independence, Oregon, United States.
Serving 1,008 students in grades 9-12, Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,008 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Central High School's student population of 1,008 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,008 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1950
Colors
Black, Red
School Rankings
Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#703 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
49%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
44%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
76%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central High School's ranking?
Central High School is ranked #703 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Central High School often compared to?
Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dallas High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School?
The graduation rate of Central High School is 76%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Central High School?
1,008 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Central High School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central High School?
Central High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central High School offer ?
Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central High School part of?
Central High School is part of Central SD 13j School District.
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