Central High School

Mesa County Valley School District No. 51

1,352 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Central High School, located at 3130 E 1/2 Road in Grand Junction, Colorado, is a prominent secondary institution serving the Mesa County Valley School District 51. As one of the major high schools in the Grand Junction area, it is known for fostering a comprehensive educational environment that balances rigorous academic standards with a diverse range of extracurricular opportunities. The school serves a significant student population, acting as a central hub for teenagers in the community to prepare for post-secondary education, vocational training, and the workforce.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Central High School is deeply integrated into the local culture through its athletic programs, arts departments, and various student organizations. The school prides itself on cultivating a supportive campus atmosphere that encourages student engagement and school spirit. By providing a broad array of resources and maintaining strong ties with the Grand Junction community, Central High School focuses on developing well-rounded individuals who are equipped to navigate the challenges of the modern world.

1,352

Total Students

79.5

Full-Time Teachers

17.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

58.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Central High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	772
Hispanic	500
Black	6
Asian	11
Two or More	52
American Indian	6
Pacific Islander	5

White
772 (57.1%)
Hispanic
500 (37.0%)
Two or More
52 (3.8%)
Asian
11 (0.8%)
Black
6 (0.4%)
American Indian
6 (0.4%)
Pacific Islander
5 (0.4%)

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:	Mesa County Valley School District No. 51
Phone:	(970)254-6200
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,352
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	79.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	690
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	98

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 359

Grade 10 322

Grade 11 351

Grade 12 320