What grades does Central High School serve?

Central High School operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Baton Rouge area.

Where is Central High School located?

Central High School is a urban school in Baton Rouge, LA.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Central High School is 14.9:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Baton Rouge, LA?

Schools in Baton Rouge include Central High School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Baton Rouge area.

LAHighProfile data from NCES 2023-24

Central High School — School Profile & District Info

High|Baton Rouge, Louisiana|Central Community School District

Baton Rouge, LA 70805

School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,605

Student:Teacher

14.9:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Central Community School District

Econ. Disadvantaged

49.8%

Phone

(225)261-3438

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

53%

76th percentile in LA

Math Proficiency

45%

81th percentile in LA

Graduation Rate

93%

Chronic Absenteeism

9.4%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

14 courses offered

452 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

171 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

140 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

603 test takers

Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.6:1

Worse than average in LA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,488

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

92% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,537

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,871

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$14,993

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 10%State 48%Local 42%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$241,806

+0.1% 1yr+17.5% 5yr

Baton Rouge, LA metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

28.1%

Below 150% poverty line

7.4%

Unemployment rate

8.4%

Uninsured residents

9.4%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

509

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

450

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

28%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

148 (33%)

Speech/Language Impairment

75 (17%)

Other Health Impairment

64 (14%)

Autism

44 (10%)

Intellectual Disability

27 (6%)

Emotional Disturbance

5 (1%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,529

Current enrollment

Stable(+8% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about Central High School

Central High School has a total enrollment of 1,605 students and serves grades High. The school is part of the local school district in Baton Rouge, LA.