BATTLE CREEK CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
Battle Creek Central High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Battle Creek Public Schools school district, located in BATTLE CREEK, MI with about 1,012 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 54 teachers, Battle Creek Central High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Battle Creek Central High School (BCCHS), located in the heart of Battle Creek, Michigan, serves as the flagship secondary institution for the Battle Creek Public Schools district. The school is known for its deep-rooted history and its commitment to providing a diverse, comprehensive academic experience for a wide range of students. As part of an urban district, the school focuses on fostering a supportive environment that prepares graduates for post-secondary success, whether through college enrollment, vocational training, or immediate entry into the workforce.
Beyond its standard curriculum, BCCHS is distinguished by its dedication to community integration and student enrichment. The school actively works to leverage its partnership with the W.K. Kellogg Foundation and other local organizations to provide specialized programming, modern resources, and extracurricular opportunities. With a strong emphasis on school spirit and student development, Battle Creek Central remains a focal point for the community, aiming to equip its students with the skills and character necessary to thrive in an evolving global landscape.
For more information, contact Battle Creek Central High School at (269) 213-3500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
BATTLE CREEK, MI 49017-3050
(269) 213-3500
BATTLE CREEK CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in BATTLE CREEK, MI with about 1,012 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Michigan
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Battle Creek Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 1,012
- Teachers:
- 54.21
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,012 students
- Black or African American
- 38.5%
- White
- 31.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 13.5%
- Two or more races
- 11.9%
- Asian
- 4.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Female
- 49.5%
- Male
- 50.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.