Below Average
#570 of 691 schools in NV
Centennial HS
High School · Clark County
10200 Centennial Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89149
Enrollment
2,988
Student-Teacher
28.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,988
Student-Teacher
28.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nevada schools
#570 of 691
In Las Vegas
#248 of 302
public schools
In district
#303 of 364
Clark County
Equity
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Centennial HS
Centennial HS is a public high school in Las Vegas, NV, part of Clark County. Centennial HS serves approximately 2,988 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 28.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Centennial HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #570 of 691 schools in NV.
Structured state assessment records for Centennial HS show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- NV avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
Centennial HS is a large school: 2,988 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Centennial HS runs 28.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
42% of students at Centennial HS 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
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Centennial HS — Students at Centennial HS score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NV EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from NV state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.5/10.
How Centennial HS Compares
See how Centennial HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
10200 Centennial Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89149
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Centennial HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Northwest Career-Technical Academy HS (rated 7.4/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Peterson Academic Center J-SHS (rated 4.8/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Las Vegas, see our Las Vegas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Peterson Academic Center J-SHS Las Vegas | 0.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Escobedo Edmundo Eddie Sr MS Las Vegas | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Bozarth Henry & Evelyn ES Las Vegas | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Darnell Marshall C ES Las Vegas | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Divich Kenneth ES Las Vegas | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Somerset Academy Skye Canyon Las Vegas | 2.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Thompson Sandra L ES Las Vegas | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Imagine School Mountain View Las Vegas | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Allen Dean LaMar ES Las Vegas | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Bilbray James ES Las Vegas | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Scherkenbach William & Mary ES Las Vegas | 3.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Somerset Academy Sky Pointe Las Vegas | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Northwest Career-Technical Academy HS Las Vegas | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| NW Career-Technical Academy ES Las Vegas | 2.6 mi | — |
| Conners Eileen ES Las Vegas | 3.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Coral Academy Centennial Hills Las Vegas | 2.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Tarr Sheila Academy of Int'l Studies ES Las Vegas | 3.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Garehime Edith ES Las Vegas | 3.7 mi | 5.4 |
| SETON ACADEMY WEST Las Vegas | 3.7 mi | — |
| Cadwallader Ralph MS Las Vegas | 3.2 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 89149 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,085
Median Home Value
$494,900
Median Rent
$1,792/mo
Population
45,009
College Educated
37%
Homeownership
69.1%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| Desert Oasis HS Las Vegas, NV | 4.7 |
| FAITH LUTHERAN MIDDLE SCHOOL & HIGH SCHOOL Las Vegas, NV | 4.7 |
| EDWARD C. REED HIGH SCHOOL Sparks, NV | 4.8 |
| Silverado HS Las Vegas, NV | 4.8 |
| Rancho HS Las Vegas, NV | 4.9 |
| SPANISH SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Sparks, NV | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Centennial HS
What grades does Centennial HS serve?
Centennial HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Centennial HS?
Centennial HS has an enrollment of approximately 2,988 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Centennial HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Centennial HS is 28.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Centennial HS rank in NV?
Centennial HS ranks #570 of 691 schools in NV.
What is Centennial HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Centennial HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Centennial HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Centennial HS has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Centennial HS a charter school?
No, Centennial HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Centennial HS a Title I school?
No, Centennial HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Centennial HS?
100.0% of students at Centennial HS qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,988
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 105
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Clark County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.2%
- Phone
- (702) 799-3440
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90.0%
Resources & Links
District
Clark County- District Enrollment
- 309,394
- Schools in District
- 383
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,569
- District Rank
- #303 of 364
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