CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
Central High School is a public high school that is part of the Forest Hills Public Schools school district, located in GRAND RAPIDS, MI with about 1,225 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 55 teachers, Central High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.
Central High School, located at 5901 Hall St SE in Grand Rapids, Michigan, operates under the **Forest Hills Public Schools (FHPS)** district. While the address provided is associated with the Forest Hills administrative and academic campus, it is important to note that the district primarily serves students through its specialized secondary institutions rather than a traditional "Central High." Forest Hills is highly regarded in the West Michigan region for its commitment to academic excellence, robust extracurricular programs, and a focus on preparing students for higher education and professional success.
As part of the Forest Hills Public Schools community, the school emphasizes a comprehensive educational experience that balances rigorous curriculum with personal development. Students benefit from the district’s strong reputation for community engagement, modern facilities, and a diverse range of athletic and artistic opportunities. Families interested in this specific location are encouraged to visit the official [FHPS website](http://www.fhps.net) to verify current enrollment zones, specific program offerings, and the most up-to-date contact information for their administrative offices.
For more information, contact Central High School at (616) 493-8700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49546-3849
(616) 493-8700
http://www.fhps.net
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in GRAND RAPIDS, MI with about 1,225 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Michigan
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Forest Hills Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 1,225
- Teachers:
- 55.82
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I 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 1,225 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 83% of the student body.
- White
- 83.3%
- Asian
- 7.1%
- Two or more races
- 4.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.4%
- Black or African American
- 2.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 51.3%
- Male
- 48.7%
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.