Serving 978 students in grades 9-12, Battle Creek Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 978 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 72% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Battle Creek Central High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Battle Creek school district, covering approximately 42.1 square miles. The zone is designed so that most families can typically reach the school within 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 7.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Battle Creek Central High School's student population of 978 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
978 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Battle Creek Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Battle Creek Central High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2576 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
42%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
72%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Battle Creek Central High School's ranking?
Battle Creek Central High School is ranked #2576 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Battle Creek Central High School often compared to?
Battle Creek Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harper Creek High School, Pennfield Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Battle Creek Central High School?
The graduation rate of Battle Creek Central High School is 72%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Battle Creek Central High School?
978 students attend Battle Creek Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Battle Creek Central High School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Battle Creek Central High School?
Battle Creek Central High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Battle Creek Central High School offer ?
Battle Creek Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Battle Creek Central High School part of?
Battle Creek Central High School is part of Battle Creek School District.
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