Central High School
1,090 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Central High School, located at 5400 1st Ave in Evansville, Indiana, is a prominent institution within the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation (EVSC). As one of the city's largest and most historic public high schools, it serves a diverse student population and offers a wide-ranging academic curriculum. The school is well-regarded for its commitment to college and career readiness, providing students with access to Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit opportunities, and various specialized academic programs designed to challenge students and prepare them for post-secondary success.
Beyond its academic offerings, Central High School is deeply integrated into the local community and is recognized for its vibrant extracurricular culture. The school hosts a robust athletics program, including competitive teams in sports such as football, basketball, and soccer, as well as a variety of student-led clubs, performing arts ensembles, and service organizations. With a strong emphasis on tradition and school spirit, Central High provides a comprehensive educational experience that encourages students to develop their talents, build lasting peer connections, and engage actively in their school community.
Beyond its academic offerings, Central High School is deeply integrated into the local community and is recognized for its vibrant extracurricular culture. The school hosts a robust athletics program, including competitive teams in sports such as football, basketball, and soccer, as well as a variety of student-led clubs, performing arts ensembles, and service organizations. With a strong emphasis on tradition and school spirit, Central High provides a comprehensive educational experience that encourages students to develop their talents, build lasting peer connections, and engage actively in their school community.
1,090
Total Students
67.9
Full-Time Teachers
16.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
45.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 861 |
| Hispanic | 52 |
| Black | 80 |
| Asian | 11 |
| Two or More | 79 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 6 |
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White861 (79.0 %)
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Black80 (7.3 %)
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Two or More79 (7.2 %)
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Hispanic52 (4.8 %)
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Asian11 (1.0 %)
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Pacific Islander6 (0.6 %)
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American Indian1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Evansville Vanderburgh School Corp |
| Phone: | (812)435-8292 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,090 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 67.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 445 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 46 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
53
Grade 9
269
Grade 10
290
Grade 11
255
Grade 12
223
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 53 |
| Grade 9 | 269 |
| Grade 10 | 290 |
| Grade 11 | 255 |
| Grade 12 | 223 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 544 | 49.9% |
| Male | 546 | 50.1% |
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