Central is one of the outstanding high schools in Missouri. It is recognized as a leader in both its academic and extracurricular offerings. The depth and breadth of the curriculum provides each student with an education unique to each individual. Students have opportunities to earn credit through a diverse curriculum in English Language Arts, Science, Math, Social Studies, World Languages, Family and Consumer Sciences, Industrial Arts, Physical Education, ROTC, Special Services, and Fine Arts. The International Baccalaureate Program, Advanced Placement, Dual Credit, A+ Program, Project Lead the Way and High School of Business add additional rigorous course offerings. Central also boasts superior athletics. Central competes in the Greater Kansas City Suburban League, the largest high school athletic conference in the state. The diversity of its exceptional extracurricular programs mirrors the diversity of the community it serves.