Centennial High School is a public secondary school in Peoria, Arizona, United States, part of the Peoria Unified School District. The school opened its doors in August 1990.
West-mec - Centennial High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Math Proficiency: 67%
- Reading Proficiency: 54%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West-mec - Centennial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (22-23)
1 student
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1990
Colors
White, Blue, Red, Navy Blue, Columbia blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)67%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)54%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
100%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Coyote
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average).
How many students attend West-mec - Centennial High School?
1 students attend West-mec - Centennial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of West-mec - Centennial High School students are White.
What grades does West-mec - Centennial High School offer ?
West-mec - Centennial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West-mec - Centennial High School part of?
West-mec - Centennial High School is part of West-Mec - Western Maricopa Education Center (80923) School District.
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