Central High School

About Central High School

Central High School is a public high school located in the heart of the city. It is one of the oldest and most prestigious schools in the area, having been established in 1873. The school offers a comprehensive education for grades 9-12, with a wide range of academic and extracurricular activities.
Central High School has a strong academic program, with courses in English, math, science, social studies, foreign languages, and more. The school also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, student clubs, and community service opportunities.
Central High School is known for its commitment to diversity and inclusion. All students are welcomed and encouraged to participate in the school’s activities and programs. The school also provides a safe and supportive environment for students to learn and grow.
Central High School is dedicated to helping students reach their full potential and become successful members of the community. With its strong academic program, diverse student body, and supportive environment, Central High School is an excellent choice for students looking for a quality education.

Address:	97 Coosa County Road 75 Rockford, AL 35136
Phone:	(256) 377-4384
Site:	–
Grades:	7 – 12
Enrollment:	363 students

Overview Central High School

Central High School serves 363 students in grades 7-12.
Central High School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).

Verdict on Central High School

Central High School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Central High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.