Central High School (Memphis, Tennessee)

Central High School

Memphis Central High modern entry
Enhancing The Tradition of Excellence
Location
306 South Bellevue Boulevard
Memphis, Tennessee 38104
United States
Information
Type Public
Established 1909
School district Shelby County Schools
Principal Gregory McCullough
Grades 9-12
Enrollment 1,870
Color(s) Green and gold         
Fight song Warrior Song/War Drum
Mascot Warriors
Nickname The High School
Rival White Station High School
Website www.memphiscentral.org
Central High School

Front of Central High
Location 306 S. Bellevue Blvd., Memphis, Tennessee
Coordinates 35°8′1″N 90°1′11″W / 35.13361°N 90.01972°W / 35.13361; -90.01972Coordinates: 35°8′1″N 90°1′11″W / 35.13361°N 90.01972°W / 35.13361; -90.01972
Area 6 acres (2.4 ha)
Built 1911
Architect B.C. Alsup
Architectural style Tudor Revival, Jacobethan Revival
MPS Public Schools of Memphis 1902-1915 TR
NRHP Reference # 82004041[1]
Added to NRHP September 17, 1982

Central High School is a public high school (grades 9-12) in Memphis, Tennessee. Since it was founded in the early 1900s and is considered the first high school in Memphis; Central is often called "THE" High School. It is a part of the Shelby County Schools Optional School system where it is recognized as a school specializing in college preparatory programs. The principal is Gregory McCullough. Central's mascot is the Warrior and the school colors are green and gold. For recognition as the successor to Memphis High School, the first high school in Memphis, Central High's football team, rather than having artwork denoting the "Warrior" mascot, simply has a capital "H", for THE High School

History

Central High was built in 1911, when the current building was erected on Raleigh Avenue, now called Bellevue Blvd. It is in the Jacobean Revival architecture style, with corner pavilions on the west facade, and rusticated surrounds on the upper story windows. Though there have been additions, the school retains is architectural integrity.[2] Central High's building was added to the National Register of Historic Places on September 17, 1982.[1]

Academics

Central High School offers a traditional program of academics as well as an 'Optional' Optional College Preparatory Program. Honors and ADvanced Placesment courses are offered.[3]

Demographics

In 2014, 405 students received diplomas. ACT composite scores for the 2014-2015 school year were 18.1 vs 19.8 for the state and 21.1 national.[3]

Extra-Curricular/Clubs and Organizations

Central High school is known for its many clubs in foreign language, volunteer service, and honor societies. Central's extracurricular activities include:

 

Central's concert choir under the direction of Mr. Gaylon Robinson has won many awards in the state and nation. Central's band adopted their own mascot called "Sam." (Spirit, Attitude, Musicionship) Central currently has two new band directors - Mr. Ollie Lidell and Mr. Roderick White. Central also has many successful athletic teams. The most notable are the softball team, cross country, basketball and track teams. The Lady Warrior Basketball team won the City and Regional Championships and were semifinalists at the state level in 2010. The Student Council is also very notable in the city, having participated in national and international student council conventions.

Noteworthy Alumni

Memphis Central High School Websites

Memphis Central High School Class Websites

References

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  1. 1 2 National Park Service (2009-03-13). "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service.
  2. ↑ Lloyd Ostby (May 1982). "National Register of Historic Places Registration Form: Central High School" (PDF). National Park Service. Retrieved February 9, 2016. Accompanying three photos from 1982.
  3. 1 2 "Central High School Profile" (PDF). Central High School Memphis. 2015. Retrieved 10 February 2016.
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