Centennial High

www.compton.k12.ca.us

929 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Centennial High School, located at 2606 N. Central Avenue in Compton, California, is a prominent institution within the Compton Unified School District. Serving the local community, the school is dedicated to preparing students for success in higher education and the workforce through a variety of academic programs and extracurricular opportunities. As part of a district committed to student achievement, Centennial focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core subjects, career technical education, and social-emotional development.

Beyond its academic offerings, Centennial High School is a central hub for student life in Compton, hosting numerous athletic teams, clubs, and cultural events that encourage school spirit and community engagement. The school works closely with families and stakeholders to ensure that students are equipped with the skills and resources necessary to navigate their future paths. For those seeking more detailed information regarding the school’s specific curriculum, upcoming events, or district policies, the official website at [www.compton.k12.ca.us](http://www.compton.k12.ca.us) serves as the primary resource for updates and parent communication.

929

Total Students

46.3

Full-Time Teachers

20.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

88.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Centennial High
Demographic	Student Count
White	2
Hispanic	723
Black	190
Asian	2
Two or More	8
American Indian	3
Pacific Islander	1

Hispanic
723 (77.8 %)
Black
190 (20.5 %)
Two or More
8 (0.9 %)
American Indian
3 (0.3 %)
White
2 (0.2 %)
Asian
2 (0.2 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Compton Unified
Phone:	(310)635-2715
Website:	http://www.compton.k12.ca.us
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	929
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	46.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	20.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	743
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	75

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 247

Grade 10 270

Grade 11 196

Grade 12 216