Benzie Central Sr High School

9300 Homestead Rd
Benzonia, MI 49616
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 330 students in grades 9-12, Benzie Central Sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 330 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 10%
  • : 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Benzie Central Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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School Overview

Benzie Central Sr High School's student population of 330 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
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School Rankings

Benzie Central Sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benzie Central Sr High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1107 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
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30-34%
36%
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55-59%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
5%
9%
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Black
n/a
18%
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White
90%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.19
This chart display the diversity score of Benzie Central Sr High School and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
90-94%
84%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Benzie Central Sr High School's ranking?
Benzie Central Sr High School is ranked #1107 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Benzie Central Sr High School often compared to?
Benzie Central Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frankfort High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benzie Central Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Benzie Central Sr High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Benzie Central Sr High School?
330 students attend Benzie Central Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Benzie Central Sr High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 Benzie Central Sr High School?
Benzie Central Sr High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Benzie Central Sr High School offer ?
Benzie Central Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Benzie Central Sr High School part of?
Benzie Central Sr High School is part of Benzie County Central Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 330 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 10%
  • : 90-94% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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