Serving 348 students in grades 9-12, Benzie Central Sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benzie Central Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Benzie Central Sr High School's student population of 348 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benzie Central Sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benzie Central Sr High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#961 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
88%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benzie Central Sr High School's ranking?
Benzie Central Sr High School is ranked #961 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Benzie Central Sr High School often compared to?
Benzie Central Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frankfort High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benzie Central Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Benzie Central Sr High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Benzie Central Sr High School?
348 students attend Benzie Central Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Benzie Central Sr High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benzie Central Sr High School?
Benzie Central Sr High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Benzie Central Sr High School offer ?
Benzie Central Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Benzie Central Sr High School part of?
Benzie Central Sr High School is part of Benzie County Central Schools School District.
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