Byron Center High School

8500 BURLINGAME AVE SW
BYRON CENTER, MI 49315

www.bcpsk12.net

1,339 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Byron Center High School, located in Byron Center, Michigan, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Byron Center Public Schools district. The school is known for fostering a supportive academic environment that balances rigorous college-preparatory coursework with a variety of elective opportunities. With a strong focus on student achievement, the school encourages participation in a wide array of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, fine arts programs, and various student-led clubs, all designed to promote a well-rounded educational experience.

The institution places significant emphasis on community engagement and preparing students for life after graduation, whether that entails entering the workforce, the military, or pursuing higher education. Through its dedicated faculty and commitment to the "Bulldog" spirit, Byron Center High School strives to cultivate both academic excellence and positive character development. For families seeking more detailed information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or district initiatives, the school’s official website at http://www.bcpsk12.net serves as a comprehensive resource for the local community.

1,339

Total Students

62.0

Full-Time Teachers

21.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

23.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Byron Center High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,058
Hispanic	140
Black	21
Asian	42
Two or More	72
American Indian	5
Pacific Islander	1

White
1,058 (79.0 %)
Hispanic
140 (10.5 %)
Two or More
72 (5.4 %)
Asian
42 (3.1 %)
Black
21 (1.6 %)
American Indian
5 (0.4 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Byron Center Public Schools
Phone:	(616)878-6600
Website:	http://www.bcpsk12.net
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,339
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	62.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	21.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	291
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	23

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 347

Grade 10 364

Grade 11 324

Grade 12 304