Serving 130 students in grades 6-12, Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 40-44% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central High School's student population of 130 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
130 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
3 teachers
School Rankings
Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#658 out of 709 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
85%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-44%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central High School's ranking?
Central High School is ranked #658 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School?
The graduation rate of Central High School is 40-44%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Central High School?
130 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Central High School students are White, and 15% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Central High School offer ?
Central High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central High School part of?
Central High School is part of Madison School District.
School Calendar
View the Central High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School
August 25, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
April 13, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 22, 2026 (Friday)
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