Serving 1,754 students in grades 9-12, Central East High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,754 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central East High School's student population of 1,754 students has declined by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has declined by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,754 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Striving to be the Best, Everyday at CEHS.
School Rankings
Central East High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central East High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5851 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
66%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central East High School's ranking?
Central East High School is ranked #5851 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Central East High School often compared to?
Central East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clovis East High School, Bullard High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central East High School?
The graduation rate of Central East High School is 91%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Central East High School?
1,754 students attend Central East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Central East High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central East High School?
Central East High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Central East High School offer ?
Central East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Central East High School part of?
Central East High School is part of Central Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Central East High School located?
Central East High School is located in the West Side neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 13 other public schools located in West Side.
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