Central Magnet School is a public magnet school located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. The school is a part of the Rutherford County school system and serves students from grades 6 through 12. It is known for its academic rigor and numerous awards.
Serving 1,222 students in grades 6-12, Central Magnet School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 98% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥99% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,222 students
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 98% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Central Magnet School's student population of 1,222 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,222 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
71 teachers
Year Founded
2010
Colors
White, Black, Gold
Campus Size
15 acres
School Motto
The mission of Central Magnet School is to challenge each student, teacher, and parent with the high expectations of a challenging curriculum; to provide students with a rigorous educational program in a collaborative setting, with emphasis on mastery of
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Central Magnet School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Magnet School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1 out of 1728 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
2%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
4%
20%
White
73%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Magnet School's ranking?
Central Magnet School is ranked #1 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
98% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while ≥99% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Magnet School?
The graduation rate of Central Magnet School is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Central Magnet School?
1,222 students attend Central Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Central Magnet School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What grades does Central Magnet School offer ?
Central Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Magnet School part of?
Central Magnet School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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