School Overview
Tulsa Central High School, located at 3101 West Edison Street, holds a significant place in Oklahoma’s educational history as one of the oldest and most storied institutions in the Tulsa Public Schools district. Originally founded in the early 20th century, the school has evolved over decades to become a focal point for academic and extracurricular development in the region. It operates with a commitment to preparing students for higher education and professional success, offering a traditional comprehensive curriculum supported by modern resources designed to meet the diverse needs of its urban student body.

Beyond its academic offerings, Central High School is well-known for its vibrant school spirit and deep-rooted traditions. The school provides a variety of athletic programs, arts initiatives, and student organizations that encourage community engagement and personal growth. By blending its rich historical legacy with a focus on contemporary college and career readiness, Central High School continues to play a vital role in shaping the future of the Tulsa community and fostering an environment where students are challenged to reach their full potential.
430
Total Students
19.5
Full-Time Teachers
22.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for CENTRAL HS
Demographic Student Count
White50
Hispanic63
Black241
Asian5
Two or More39
American Indian16
Pacific Islander16
  • Black
    241 (56.0%)
  • Hispanic
    63 (14.7%)
  • White
    50 (11.6%)
  • Two or More
    39 (9.1%)
  • American Indian
    16 (3.7%)
  • Pacific Islander
    16 (3.7%)
  • Asian
    5 (1.2%)
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: TULSA
Phone: (918)833-8400
Website: http://central.tulsaschools.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 430
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 19.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 22.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 135
Grade 10 108
Grade 11 103
Grade 12 84

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for CENTRAL HS
Grade Student Count
Grade 9135
Grade 10108
Grade 11103
Grade 1284
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for CENTRAL HS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female20146.7%
Male22953.3%
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