School Overview
Central High School, located at 905 15th Street in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, is a prominent secondary institution within the Tuscaloosa City Schools district. Serving a diverse student body, the school is dedicated to fostering academic excellence, personal growth, and community engagement. The campus environment is designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, offering a robust curriculum that balances core academic requirements with opportunities for extracurricular development, including athletics, arts, and various student organizations.

As a cornerstone of the Tuscaloosa community, Central High School emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and innovation in education. The school faculty and administration strive to create a supportive culture where students are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills and leadership abilities. By leveraging the resources provided by the Tuscaloosa City Schools system, Central High works to ensure that its graduates are well-equipped to navigate the challenges of college and the modern workforce. Further information regarding their academic programs, school calendar, and extracurricular activities can be found on their official website.
796
Total Students
44.5
Full-Time Teachers
17.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
78.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Central High School
Demographic Student Count
White37
Hispanic55
Black694
Asian6
Two or More3
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    694 (87.2%)
  • Hispanic
    55 (6.9%)
  • White
    37 (4.6%)
  • Asian
    6 (0.8%)
  • Two or More
    3 (0.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (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: Tuscaloosa City
Phone: (205)759-3720
Website: http://chs.tuscaloosacityschools.com
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 796
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 44.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 622
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 226
Grade 10 214
Grade 11 172
Grade 12 184

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Central High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9226
Grade 10214
Grade 11172
Grade 12184
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Central High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female37747.4%
Male41952.6%