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Forest Hills Public Schools

Central High School

#1 in Best High Schools for STEM in Grand Rapids Area
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 132 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      B-
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B
    6. Health & Safety
      B
    7. Administration
      B+
    8. Sports
      A+
    9. Food
      B+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C+
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    Central High School is a top rated, public school located in Grand Rapids, MI. It has 1,258 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 21 to 1. According to state test scores, 70% of students are at least proficient in math and 89% in reading.
    Address
    5901 Hall St SE
    Grand Rapids, MI 49546
    Telephone
    (616) 493-8700
    Website
    fhps.net
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    Central High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    89%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    70%
    Average Graduation Rate
    96%
    Average SAT
    1290
    127 responses
    Average ACT
    30
    202 responses
    AP Enrollment
    36%
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    Living in the Area
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B
    2. Good for Families
      A+
    3. Housing
      A
    Area Feel
    Rural
    Median Household Income
    $114,438
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,407
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $306,400
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    100%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.14 responses
    Poll
    50%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.14 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 26 responses
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    • Football Games
      42%
    • School dances
      35%
    • Fundraisers
      8%
    • Spirit Week(s)
      8%
    • Cross country
      4%
    • Track and field
      4%

    Students

    Diversity
    B-
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,258
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    6%
    88%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.16 responses
    88%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.16 responses
    88%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.16 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    21:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $66,558
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    9.1%
    65%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.23 responses
    78%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.23 responses
    70%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.23 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very High
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very High
    Expenses Per Student
    $12,400/ year
    National
    $12,239
    79%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.24 responses
    29%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.24 responses
    50%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.24 responses
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    I would like to see the students at the school be a bit more inclusive towards other students. I really like the way that the school system is set up and the teachers are really good at their jobs. I also really like how welcoming the school staff is and they are really good at accommodating to any and all situations. One thing that I would like to see the school upon is that there could be more funding given towards academic clubs in order for them to succeed even more than they already are.
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    All the teachers at FHC are dedicated and passionate about teaching. They show their dedication to the students every day in the classroom. The students at FHC are supportive of one another and help each other through hard times. Students at FHC have a voice and are allowed to use that voice to bring about change in the school. The music and athletic programs at FHC are excellent. Opportunities are provided for the students. Clubs are easily formed and span all subjects in school. Overall FHC is a wonderful school and community to be a part of.
    This school has many great teachers that are passionate about their job and love helping their students. The school's administration is not very helpful and is very slow at responding to anything. The classes are great and they offer many different choices. There aren't many active clubs though our sports programs are great. College readiness is a bit dependent on the ability of the student but for the most part only showed up towards the end of junior year beginning of senior year.