PORTAGE COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL

Portage Community High School is a public high school that is part of the Portage Public Schools school district, located in PORTAGE, MI with about 125 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 12th Grade. With about 11 teachers, Portage Community High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Portage Community High School (PCHS) is an alternative educational institution located in Portage, Michigan, operating under the Portage Public Schools district. The school is specifically designed to provide a flexible and supportive learning environment for students who may benefit from an unconventional approach to education compared to a traditional high school setting. By focusing on smaller class sizes and personalized instruction, PCHS aims to meet the unique academic, social, and emotional needs of its diverse student body, helping them overcome barriers to graduation and prepare for post-secondary success.

The curriculum at Portage Community High School emphasizes both rigorous academic standards and personal development. The school fosters a close-knit community atmosphere, encouraging strong relationships between students and faculty to ensure that every learner receives individualized attention and guidance. Through its mission, the school provides an essential pathway for students to earn their high school diplomas, develop essential life skills, and build a positive trajectory for their futures. For more detailed information regarding their specific programs, enrollment criteria, or district resources, you can visit their official website at [www.portageps.org](http://www.portageps.org).

For more information, contact Portage Community High School at (269) 323-6700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1010 WEST MILHAM AVE
PORTAGE, MI 49024-1263
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PORTAGE COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in PORTAGE, MI with about 125 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Michigan

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
(Alternative Education School)
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
125
Teachers:
11.83
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
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 125 students

White
67.2%
Black or African American
13.6%
Two or more races
10.4%
Hispanic/Latino
5.6%
Asian
2.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.8%

Female
43.2%
Male
56.8%

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.