CENTURY HIGH SCHOOL

Century High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Santa Ana Unified school district, located in Santa Ana, CA with about 1,782 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 78 teachers, Century High has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Century High School, located in Santa Ana, California, is a comprehensive public secondary school serving the Santa Ana Unified School District. Known for its distinct architectural campus and diverse student body, the school offers a wide array of academic and extracurricular programs designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment, often highlighting its commitment to college readiness through various honors, Advanced Placement (AP), and specialized career technical education pathways.

Beyond its academic offerings, Century High is deeply integrated into the local Santa Ana community, fostering a strong sense of school spirit through its athletic programs, performing arts initiatives, and student-led clubs. The school focuses on holistic development, encouraging students to engage in civic responsibility and personal growth. By prioritizing inclusivity and academic achievement, Century High strives to equip its students with the skills necessary to succeed in a rapidly evolving global landscape.

For more information, contact Century High at (714) 568-7000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1401 S. Grand Ave.
Santa Ana, CA 92705-4408
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CENTURY HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Santa Ana, CA with about 1,782 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Santa Ana Unified
Total Students:
1,782
Teachers:
78.33
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,782 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending CENTURY HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 98% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
97.8%
Asian
1.6%
White
0.3%
Two or more races
0.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%
Black or African American
0.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
51.2%
Male
48.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.