Central Magnet School is a public magnet school located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. The school is a part of the Rutherford County school system and serves students from grades 6 through 12. It is known for its academic rigor and numerous awards.
Serving 1,212 students in grades 6-12, Central Magnet School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 98% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥99% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 98% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Central Magnet School's student population of 1,212 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Year Founded
2010
Colors
White, Black, Gold
School Rankings
Central Magnet School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Magnet School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1 out of 1761 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
4%
21%
White
75%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Magnet School's ranking?
Central Magnet School is ranked #1 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
98% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while ≥99% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Magnet School?
The graduation rate of Central Magnet School is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Central Magnet School?
1,212 students attend Central Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Central Magnet School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Magnet School?
Central Magnet School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Central Magnet School offer ?
Central Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Magnet School part of?
Central Magnet School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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