At a glance
Reported students
265
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
25.46
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
10.4:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
07–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Virginia high enrollment
8th percentile
Compared with 325 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
178
Central High: 265 reported students.
State peer staffing position
11th percentile
10.4:1 reported; state peer median 13.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 269
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28.34
- Student–teacher ratio
- 9.5:1
What the reported data says about Central High
Central High is a public high school serving grades 07–12 in King And Queen C H. It is one of 3 current school records connected to King and Queen County Public Schools. NCES reports 265 students for 2024–25.
Among 325 high schools in Virginia with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 1,140 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 8th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 10.4:1, below the Virginia median of 13.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (44.5%) and Black (34.7%). English learners represent 2.6% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 19.3%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment. The school reported 4 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Central High
- 1How do the reported 10.4:1 student–teacher ratio and 25.46 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 2.6%
- Students with disabilities
- 19.3%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.16
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White44.5%
- Hispanic9.1%
- Black34.7%
- Asian0%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.4%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial11.3%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
4 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in King and Queen County Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Lawson-Marriott Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–06
178 reported students
King & Queen Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–06
168 reported students
Public schools near Central High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King & Queen Elementary Elementary · King and Queen County Public Schools | PK–06 | 168 | under 0.1 mi |
| Acquinton Elementary Elementary · King William County Public Schools | 03–05 | 472 | 8.4 mi |
| Cool Spring Primary Elementary · King William County Public Schools | PK–02 | 512 | 8.4 mi |
| Hamilton Holmes Middle Middle · King William County Public Schools | 06–08 | 445 | 8.5 mi |
| West Point Middle/High High · West Point Public Schools | 06–12 | 434 | 9.3 mi |
| West Point Elementary Elementary · West Point Public Schools | PK–05 | 409 | 9.3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Central High
What grades does Central High serve?
Central High reports grades 07–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in King and Queen County Public Schools.
How many students attend Central High?
Central High reported 265 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 8th percentile among 325 Virginia high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 269 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Central High?
The calculated ratio is 10.4:1, based on 265 students and 25.46 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Virginia median for the same school level is 13.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Central High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Central High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on King and Queen County Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
Which school district is Central High in?
Central High is part of King and Queen County Public Schools, based in King and Queen CH, VA, which operates 3 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Central High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include King & Queen Elementary (under 0.1 mi), Acquinton Elementary (8.4 mi), Cool Spring Primary (8.4 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.