[2] In 2020, Central received the National Blue Ribbon School recognition for academic achievement.

The high school campus burned down in 1944 and was later rebuilt in 1950 to replace the Tennessee College for Women.

[5] Central Magnet School is an academic magnet school, offering five dual enrollment options, 31 Advanced Placement courses, and 68 honors–or above honors–level courses.

[6] 100 percent of students participate in the AP program.

[2] High school students must take four Advanced Placement courses, complete 25 hours of community service for each year of enrollment, and present a senior thesis in order to be eligible for the "Central Magnet Diploma".