What grades does Central High School serve?

Central High School operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the GRAND RAPIDS area.

Where is Central High School located?

Central High School is a urban school in GRAND RAPIDS, MI.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Central High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Central High School is 19.5:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in GRAND RAPIDS, MI?

Schools in GRAND RAPIDS include Central High School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the GRAND RAPIDS area.

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Central High School — School Calendar 2026-27

High|GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan|Forest Hills Public Schools

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49546

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Aug

Wed

First Day of SchoolEvent

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Sep

Fri

Labor Day WeekendHoliday

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Sep

Mon

2-Hour Early Releasehalf_day

Building-Level Learning

Oct

Thu

2-Hour Early Releasehalf_day

Building-Level Learning

Oct

Fri

Staff Professional LearningStaff Day

No School for Students

Oct

Mon

Fall BreakBreak

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,033

Student:Teacher

19.5:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Forest Hills Public Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

12.5%

Phone

(616)493-8700

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

84%

98th percentile in MI

Math Proficiency

68%

96th percentile in MI

Graduation Rate

98%

Chronic Absenteeism

14.4%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

21 courses offered

437 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

10 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

266 test takers

Athletics

37 sports, 64 teams

999 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 19.7:1

Worse than average in MI

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

661

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

50.61

100% fully certified

Counselors

3.5999999

Psychologists

0.69999999

Social Workers

Nurses

0.050000001

School Resource Officers

0.16

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,504

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$9,102

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$18,552

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 4%State 53%Local 43%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$344,543

+4.8% 1yr+40.7% 5yr

Grand Rapids, MI metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

18.1%

Below 150% poverty line

4.5%

Unemployment rate

5.0%

Uninsured residents

7.9%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

932

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

867

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

84%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

255 (29%)

Speech/Language Impairment

250 (29%)

Autism

96 (11%)

Other Health Impairment

95 (11%)

Emotional Disturbance

82 (9%)

Intellectual Disability

50 (6%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

999

Current enrollment

Declining(-16% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Aug 26, 2026

First Day of School

Event

Fri, Sep 4, 2026

Labor Day Weekend

Holiday

Mon, Sep 21, 2026

2-Hour Early Release

half_day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	Labor Day Weekend	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	2-Hour Early Release Building-Level Learning	half_day	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	2-Hour Early Release Building-Level Learning	half_day	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	Staff Professional Learning No School for Students	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	Fall Break No School for Students	Break	—
Mon, Nov 9, 2026	2-Hour Early Release Building-Level Learning	half_day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break No School for Students	Break	—
Wed, Dec 16, 2026	1/2 Day of School (Exams) Students attend in a.m./exams	exam	—
Sat, Dec 19, 2026	Winter Break No School for Students	Break	—
Fri, Jan 15, 2027	2-Hour Early Release Building-Level Learning	half_day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr. Day No School for Students	Holiday	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	2-Hour Early Release Building-Level Learning	half_day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Mid-Winter Break No School for Students	Break	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	Staff Professional Learning No School for Students	Staff Day	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	2-Hour Early Release Building-Level Learning	half_day	—
Thu, Apr 1, 2027	Spring Break No School for Students	Break	—
Thu, May 6, 2027	2-Hour Early Release Building-Level Learning	half_day	—
Fri, May 7, 2027	Staff Professional Learning No School for Students	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day No School for Students	Holiday	—
Mon, Jun 7, 2027	1/2 Day of School (Exams) Students attend in a.m./exams	exam	—
Wed, Jun 9, 2027	Last Day of School 1/2 day	Event	—