CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
Central High School is a public high school that is part of the Knox County school district, located in Knoxville, TN with about 1,112 students offering grade levels from 8th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 76 teachers, Central High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.
Central High School, located on Jacksboro Pike in Knoxville, Tennessee, is a historic public secondary school serving students in the Knox County School District. As one of the long-standing institutions in the area, it maintains a strong commitment to academic preparation, athletics, and extracurricular engagement. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet state standards while fostering an environment that encourages students to pursue diverse interests, ranging from advanced placement courses to various technical and elective programs.
Beyond its academic mission, Central High School is deeply embedded in the identity of its local community, often recognized for its spirited athletic programs and a legacy of tradition. The school provides a variety of clubs, organizations, and sports teams that aim to develop student leadership and school pride. By balancing a traditional educational framework with modern student support services, Central High School continues to play a vital role in preparing its graduates for post-secondary education and the workforce.
For more information, contact Central High School at (865) 689-1400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Knoxville, TN 37918
(865) 689-1400
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Knoxville, TN with about 1,112 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Tennessee
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Knox County
- Total Students:
- 1,112
- Teachers:
- 76.5
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental 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 1,112 students
- White
- 61.2%
- Black or African American
- 19.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 13.7%
- Two or more races
- 3.4%
- Asian
- 1.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 47.0%
- Male
- 53.0%
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.