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School in Helena–West Helena, Arkansas, United States
Central High School
Address
103 School Road
Helena–West Helena, Arkansas
United States
Coordinates34°32′29″N 90°37′42″W / 34.54139°N 90.62833°W / 34.54139; -90.62833
Information
StatusOpen
School districtHelena–West Helena School District
NCES District ID0507680
CEEB code041075
NCES School ID050768000476
Teaching staff54.08 (on FTE basis)
Grades9–12
Enrollment436f (2023–2024)
Education systemSmart Core curriculum
Classes offeredRegular, Advanced Placement (AP)
Color(s)Royal blue and scarlet red
  
AthleticsFootball, Volleyball, Basketball,
Baseball, Softball, Track
Athletics conference5A Central (2012–14)
MascotCougar
Team nameHelena–West Helena Cougars
AccreditationADE
AffiliationArkansas Activities Association (AAA)
Websitewww.hwh.grsc.k12.ar.us/o/hwh-schools/page/central-high-school--2

Central High School is a comprehensive public high school for students in grades seven through twelve in Helena–West Helena, Arkansas, United States. It is one of four public high schools in Phillips County and the sole high school administered by the Helena–West Helena School District.

It is located in the Mildand Heights neighborhood, which is situated halfway between the former cities of Helena and West Helena, which merged in 2014.

Curriculum

The assumed course of study follows the Smart Core curriculum developed by the Arkansas Department of Education (ADE), which requires students to complete 25 units prior to graduation. Students complete regular coursework and exams and may select Advanced Placement (AP) courses and exams with the opportunity for college credit.

For 2010–11, Central High School's accreditation status is on probation with ADE.

Athletics

The Helena–West Helena Central mascot is the cougar with the school colors of Royal blue and Scarlet red.

The Central Cougars participate in interscholastic athletic activities in the 5A Classification—the state's third largest classification—within the 5A Central Conference administered by the Arkansas Activities Association. The Cougars field competitive teams in football, volleyball, basketball (boys/girls), baseball, softball, and track and field (boys/girls), each with support from the cheer squad and the band

Notable alumni

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References

  1. ^ "Search for Public Schools - Central High School (050768000476)". National Center for Education Statistics. Institute of Education Sciences. Retrieved December 16, 2024.
  2. "Search for Public School Districts – District Detail for Helena/ W.HELENA School DIST". National Center for Education Statistics. Institute of Education Sciences. Retrieved December 16, 2024.
  3. "CENSUS 2000 Block Map: WEST HELENA city" (PDF). U.S. Census Bureau. Retrieved November 2, 2019. - Index Map - See Page 2
  4. "Central High School". Helena-West Helena School District. June 10, 2004. Archived from the original on June 10, 2004. Retrieved November 2, 2019. Central High School 103 School Road West Helena, AR 72390
  5. "2012-13 School Record Book". Arkansas Activities Association. Archived from the original on March 4, 2016. Retrieved August 24, 2012.

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Arkansas Activities Association (AAA): Class 5A Classification 2016-18
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