CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in OMAHA, NE with about 2,690 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 146 teachers, CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.
Omaha CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL, located at 124 N 20th St in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, is one of the oldest and most historically significant secondary schools in the state. Established in 1859, the school occupies a landmark building known for its distinctive castle-like architecture, which has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places. As a cornerstone of the Omaha Public Schools district, Central is widely recognized for its rich academic tradition, diverse student body, and a long list of notable alumni who have gone on to achieve national prominence in various fields.
Beyond its historical architecture, Omaha Central is known for its rigorous academic environment, offering a robust International Baccalaureate (IB) program alongside a wide range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses. The school maintains a strong emphasis on extracurricular excellence, boasting highly competitive athletics, award-winning fine arts programs, and numerous student organizations. Because of its central urban location and its status as a magnet-style destination within the district, the school fosters a unique, fast-paced educational culture that blends traditional values with a modern, metropolitan student experience.
For more information, contact CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL at (402) 557-3300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
OMAHA, NE 68102-4895
(402) 557-3300
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in OMAHA, NE with about 2,690 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Nebraska
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- Total Students:
- 2,690
- Teachers:
- 146.8
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Provision 2
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 2,690 students
- White
- 37.0%
- Black or African American
- 27.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 25.7%
- Two or more races
- 5.4%
- Asian
- 3.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.1%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 52.6%
- Male
- 47.4%
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.