Serving 22 students in grades 9-12, Central Community School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 65%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
22 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)<50%
65%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
59%
9%
Black
32%
18%
White
9%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(12-13)≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 65% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Community School?
The graduation rate of Central Community School is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Central Community School?
22 students attend Central Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Central Community School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, and 9% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Community School?
Central Community School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central Community School offer ?
Central Community School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Central Community School part of?
Central Community School is part of Grand Rapids Public Schools School District.
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