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The Central Academy

The Central Academy is a public high school in Henderson, KY, serving grades 6–12, with 269 students and a 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio.

In 2024-2025, the share of students meeting the state standard was 16% in Reading, 11% in Editing and Mechanics and 6% in Social Studies.

Grades
6–12
Enrollment
269
Students per teacher
22.2:1
Level
High
Type
Public · Alternative/Other

2024-2025 testing year

State test results

Share of students meeting or exceeding the state standard.

Reading16%
Editing and Mechanics11%
Social Studies6%

Student body

White69%
Black13%
Two or more races11%
Hispanic6%
Pacific Islander0%
Native American0%
Male / female
55% / 45%
Free or reduced lunch
70%
Enrollment change vs prior year
+8.9%
Prior-year enrollment
247

School details

Address
851 Center St, Henderson, KY 42420
Phone
(270) 831-5100
Website
henderson.kyschools.us
Setting
Town - Fringe
Status
Operational
NCES ID
210271002457
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School district

Henderson County School District

District rating
B
Schools
13
Students
6,707
Spending per student
$13,050
Teachers (FTE)
420
Grades
PK–12
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About The Central Academy

How do students at The Central Academy perform on state tests?

In the 2024-2025 testing year, the share of The Central Academy students meeting or exceeding the state standard was 16% in Reading, 11% in Editing and Mechanics and 6% in Social Studies.

What grades does The Central Academy serve?

The Central Academy serves grades 6–12 as a high school.

How many students attend The Central Academy?

269 students attend The Central Academy, up from 247 the prior year, with a student-teacher ratio of 22.2:1.

Which school district is The Central Academy in?

The Central Academy is part of Henderson County School District, which reports 13 schools, 6,707 students and $13,050 of spending per student.