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Central High

Central Unified · Fresno County · 2045 North Dickenson Avenue, Fresno, CA 93722-9643

(559) 276-5276 · chs.centralunified.org/

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6/10
#594
Rank 594 out of 1,227
Top 48%
English Language Arts6/10 · #577 · 53rd percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #624 · 49th percentile
Science5/10 · #653 · 50th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Central High sits in the growing west side of Fresno, serving a diverse mix of families in a part of the city that's seen steady residential development over the years. The school lands right around the middle of the pack statewide, making it a solid option for families looking for a well-rounded public high school experience without the intense academic pressure of top-ranked campuses. Fresno's affordable cost of living and strong sense of community make this a practical and comfortable place to raise a family, and Central offers a grounded, neighborhood-feel education to match.

Student Demographics

138 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
85 (62%)
White
26 (19%)
Asian
20 (14%)
African American
7 (5%)
Other
1 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners18 (13%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged102 (74%)
Students with Disabilities18 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

625
Enrollment
39.2
Teachers (FTE)
15.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3
Administrators (FTE)
27.3
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Graduation Rate

94.6%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

11
AP Courses
offered
11.9%
AP Participation
of students
92
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Athletics

Grizzlies · CIF Central Section

26
varsity sports
10 boys
11 girls
BadmintonBaseballBasketball (Boys)Basketball (Girls)Beach Volleyball (Girls)Cross Country (Boys)Cross Country (Girls)Football (11 person)

Source: CIF Home Campus 2025-26

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs1/10 · #2188 · 1st percentile

0 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in California.