Centralia High School is a public secondary school in Centralia, Missouri. It is operated by the Centralia R-6 School District.
Serving 398 students in grades 9-12, Centralia High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centralia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Centralia High School's student population of 398 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
398 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Centralia High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centralia High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#653 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
93%
67%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centralia High School's ranking?
Centralia High School is ranked #653 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Centralia High School often compared to?
Centralia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Callaway High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Centralia High School?
The graduation rate of Centralia High School is 95%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Centralia High School?
398 students attend Centralia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Centralia High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centralia High School?
Centralia High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Centralia High School offer ?
Centralia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Centralia High School part of?
Centralia High School is part of Centralia R-VI School District.
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