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Centennial High School

#23 in Best Public High Schools in Idaho
  • B+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Boise, ID
  • 399 reviews
    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B+
    2. Diversity
      B+
    3. Teachers
      B+
    4. College Prep
      B+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C
    6. Health & Safety
      B+
    7. Administration
      B
    8. Sports
      A-
    9. Food
      C+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C-
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    Centennial High School is an above average, public school located in Boise, ID. It has 1,804 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 22 to 1. According to state test scores, 45% of students are at least proficient in math and 66% in reading.
    Address
    12400 West Mcmillan Road
    Boise, ID 83713
    Telephone
    (208) 855-4250
    Website
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    Centennial High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    66%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    45%
    Average Graduation Rate
    83%
    Average SAT
    1170
    192 responses
    Average ACT
    27
    150 responses
    AP Enrollment
    24%
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    Living in the Area
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C+
    2. Good for Families
      A-
    3. Housing
      B
    Median Household Income
    $54,547
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $875
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $206,800
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B+
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    79%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.43 responses
    Poll
    70%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.43 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 137 responses
    Report
    • Sport games
      17%
    • Sweet Liberty Dance Team
      15%
    • School Dances
      12%
    • Assemblies
      12%
    • Image Factory
      9%
    • Musicals
      8%
    • Powderpuff football game
      7%

    Students

    Diversity
    B+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,804
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    28%
    75%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.44 responses
    66%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.44 responses
    68%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.44 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    22:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $50,025
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    3.7%
    53%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.57 responses
    68%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.57 responses
    61%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.57 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    $6,473/ year
    National
    $12,239
    79%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.61 responses
    33%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.61 responses
    48%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.61 responses
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    I am so glad to have gone to Centennial! The teachers, especially in honors and AP classes, were incredibly helpful in preparing me for college, and worked hard to help their students learn and grow. I enjoyed participating in track and cross country, and had very caring coaches. Many of our sports teams performed incredibly well, especially soccer and wrestling. I also adored the music program and various clubs, including debate, NHS, and Key Club. This is an excellent school for a musically inclined or academically-minded student with a good variety of classes. Food, facilities, and diversity were to be expected for Idaho. The school has a generally warm and friendly atmosphere. Highly recommended.
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    I loved the rich culture at Centennial and the kindness of every student and staff member. I felt safe coming to school every day and met so many great people. The environment was very welcoming but not overwhelming. There weren't too many kids so I still had room to walk in the hallways and get to know all of the kids in my grade, but it wasn't too small either. I loved being a part of all the different clubs and activities I joined and my teachers made it worth my while to come each and every day. I truly had an awesome high school experience all four years and wouldn't have wanted to attend any other high school in Idaho!
    Centennial is a good school with a very warm atmosphere. Everyone gets along fairly well and I’ve never had problems fitting in at this school. The staff is very friendly and helpful, and are always there when you need them. Centennial is somewhat outdated (considering it is fairly old) and could use some updates, such as new bathrooms and maybe some more windows! But overall Centennial is a great school and I was glad to spend my four high school years there.