Central High School serves 324 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 10-14% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 45-49% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 65%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment was 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
324 students
Showing 2005–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2005–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)10-14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)45-49%
65%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
Showing 2005–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
49%
9%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
34%
18%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
9%
63%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2005–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
(12-13)70-74%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
45%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 26-year historical data
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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 65% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School?
The graduation rate of Central High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Central High School?
324 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Central High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central High School?
Central High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Central High School offer ?
Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Central High School part of?
Central High School is part of Grand Rapids Public Schools.
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