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Centennial High School

High School · Williamson County

5050 Mallory LN, Franklin, TN 37067

Enrollment

1,389

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

6.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#982 of 1,786

In Franklin

#22 of 25

public schools

In district

#47 of 50

Williamson County

Equity

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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6.3/10

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About Centennial High School

Centennial High School is a public high school in Franklin, TN, part of Williamson County. Centennial High School serves approximately 1,389 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Centennial High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #982 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Centennial High School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

31% 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+10.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+24.7 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-0.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
College Readiness8.4Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%
AP Participation40.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,899
Chronic Absenteeism30.8%

Centennial High School — Students at Centennial High School score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 64.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
41%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
58%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
78%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
14%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
16%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
45%
2025
Math
49.9%
ELA
65.5%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Centennial High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
45th percentile in TN
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Sports
20
10 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
86 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
40.3% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
10 boys'·10 girls'·30 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

5050 Mallory LN, Franklin, TN 37067

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Centennial High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Renaissance High School (rated 9.0/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Franklin High School (rated 7.6/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ravenwood High School (rated 6.9/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Brentwood), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Franklin, see our Franklin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF COOL SPRINGS Franklin 1.0 mi
THALES ACADEMY Franklin 1.4 mi 4.9
THALES ACADEMY FRANKLIN Franklin 1.4 mi 5.3
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FRANKLIN Franklin 1.5 mi
COOL SPRINGS MONTESSORI Franklin 1.6 mi
HIGH HOPES DEVELOPMENT CENTER Franklin 1.9 mi
Liberty Elementary Franklin 1.6 mi 8.1
Moore Elementary Franklin 2.9 mi 8.0
Renaissance High School Franklin 3.1 mi 9.0
Franklin High School Franklin 3.2 mi 7.6
Johnson Elementary Franklin 3.3 mi 8.0
Trinity Elementary Franklin 3.6 mi 8.5
TRINITAS CLASSICAL ACADEMY Franklin 3.4 mi 6.6
Clovercroft Elementary School Franklin 3.4 mi 9.0
Freedom Intermediate Franklin 3.5 mi 9.1
Oak View Elem School Franklin 4.2 mi 8.9
Franklin Elementary Franklin 3.6 mi 9.8
Vanguard Virtual High School Franklin 3.6 mi 6.1
Ravenwood High School Brentwood 3.7 mi 6.9
Legacy Middle School Franklin 4.3 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37067 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,202

Median Home Value

$686,200

Median Rent

$1,860/mo

Population

31,550

College Educated

66.7%

Homeownership

51.5%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

37.8

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School Rating
Rhea County High School Evensville, TN 6.3
Siegel High School Murfreesboro, TN 6.3
Lincoln County High School Fayetteville, TN 6.2
Walker Valley High School Cleveland, TN 6.2
Wilson Central High School Lebanon, TN 6.2
Beech Sr High School Hendersonville, TN 6.4

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 1,389 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Centennial High School is 16.2:1. 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 TN?

Centennial High School ranks #982 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Centennial High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Centennial 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 Centennial High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Centennial High School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,389
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
86
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Williamson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.8%
4-Year Graduation
95.0%

District

Williamson County
District Enrollment
41,909
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,899
District Rank
#47 of 50

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