Below Average
#2841 of 3,441 schools in OH
Centennial High School
High School · Columbus City Schools District
1441 Bethel Rd, Columbus, OH 43220
Enrollment
741
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
741
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,841 of 3,441
In Columbus
#129 of 224
public schools
In district
#59 of 114
Columbus City Schools District
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About Centennial High School
Centennial High School is a public high school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Centennial High School serves approximately 741 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Centennial High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,841 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Centennial High School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 3.8
- OH avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
57% of students at Centennial 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
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Centennial High School — Students at Centennial High School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from OH 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: 1.6/10.
How Centennial High School Compares
See how Centennial High School 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
1441 Bethel Rd, Columbus, OH 43220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Centennial High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Greensview Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Upper Arlington), which scores notably higher. Another option is TREE OF LIFE-INDIANOLA BRANCH CLINTONVILLE CAMPUS (rated 9.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Windermere Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Upper Arlington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,090
Median Home Value
$463,200
Median Rent
$1,202/mo
Population
29,715
College Educated
63.4%
Homeownership
50.2%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
36.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Centennial High School
What grades does Centennial High School serve?
Centennial High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Centennial High School?
Centennial High School has an enrollment of approximately 741 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Centennial High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Centennial High School is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Centennial High School rank in OH?
Centennial High School ranks #2,841 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Centennial High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Centennial High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Centennial High School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Centennial High School a charter school?
No, Centennial High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Centennial High School a Title I school?
No, Centennial High School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 741
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.4%
- Phone
- (614) 365-5491
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Columbus City Schools District- District Enrollment
- 45,181
- Schools in District
- 116
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,308
- District Rank
- #59 of 114
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