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Centralia High School

High School · Centralia HSD 200

2100 E Calumet St, Centralia, IL 62801

Enrollment

897

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

6.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,791 of 3,813

In Centralia

#2 of 9

public schools

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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6.3/10

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About Centralia High School

Centralia High School is a public high school in Centralia, IL, part of Centralia HSD 200. Centralia High School serves approximately 897 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Centralia High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,791 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Centralia High School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with IL schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

30% of students at Centralia High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.54 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
College Readiness2.9Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,043
Chronic Absenteeism30.4%

Centralia High School — Students at Centralia High School score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 28.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 32.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
46%
ELA
46%
2010
Math
38%
ELA
41%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
40%
2012
Math
49%
ELA
48%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
23%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
21%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
21%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2022
ELA
17%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.

How Centralia High School Compares

See how Centralia High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
53th percentile in IL
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.7
Sports
18
8 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
69 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
8% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics18sports offered
8 boys'·10 girls'·18 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2100 E Calumet St, Centralia, IL 62801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Centralia High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Odin Attendance Center 9-12 (rated 7.0/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Odin), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CHRIST OUR ROCK LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 5.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Sandoval Sr High School (rated 6.2/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Sandoval), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Centralia, see our Centralia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Jordan Elem School Centralia 0.5 mi 5.6
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Centralia 0.7 mi
Centralia Jr High School Centralia 1.4 mi 5.1
ST MARY SCHOOL Centralia 1.5 mi 4.2
Centralia Pre-Kindergarten Ctr Centralia 1.6 mi
Central City Elem School Centralia 2.4 mi 4.1
North Wamac Grade School Centralia 2.3 mi 5.8
Schiller Elem School Centralia 2.5 mi 4.0
Willow Grove Elem School Centralia 2.5 mi 4.5
NEW HORIZON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Centralia 3.4 mi 5.3
Grand Prairie Elem School Centralia 5.6 mi 5.1
Sandoval Elem School Sandoval 6.7 mi 5.2
Irvington Elem School Irvington 6.4 mi 5.0
Sandoval Jr High School Sandoval 6.9 mi 4.3
Sandoval Sr High School Sandoval 6.9 mi 6.2
CHRIST OUR ROCK LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Centralia 5.9 mi 6.6
Odin Attendance Center K-8 Odin 7.2 mi 5.9
Odin Attendance Center 9-12 Odin 7.2 mi 7.0
Selmaville Elem School Salem 7.5 mi 6.1
Raccoon Cons Elem School Centralia 6.8 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,740

Median Home Value

$91,100

Median Rent

$785/mo

Population

19,941

College Educated

16.1%

Homeownership

70.7%

Avg Commute

20.8 min

Poverty Rate

19.3%

Median Age

42.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Centralia High School

What grades does Centralia High School serve?

Centralia High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Centralia High School?

Centralia High School has an enrollment of approximately 897 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Centralia High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Centralia High School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Centralia High School rank in IL?

Centralia High School ranks #1,791 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Centralia High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Centralia High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Centralia High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Centralia High School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Centralia High School a charter school?

No, Centralia High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Centralia High School a Title I school?

No, Centralia High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Centralia High School?

65.6% of students at Centralia High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
897
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
69
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Marion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.4%

District

Centralia HSD 200
District Enrollment
897
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,043
District Rank
#1 of 1

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