Serving 292 students in grades 9-12, Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 27% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central High School's student population of 292 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
All Are Welcome Here.
School Rankings
Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (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 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9334 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
86%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
27%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central High School's ranking?
Central High School is ranked #9334 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School?
The graduation rate of Central High School is 27%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Central High School?
292 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Central High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central High School?
Central High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Central High School offer ?
Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Central High School part of?
Central High School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Central High School located?
Central High School is located in the Downtown Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Downtown Los Angeles.
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