Benzie Central High School is a public high school in Benzonia, Michigan, located at 9300 Homestead Rd. The school offers classes for students in grade 9–12 with an addition of a middle school grade 6-8.
Serving 292 students in grades 9-12, Benzie Central Sr High School ranks in the top 30% 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 35%). 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 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- 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 292 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
292 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Rankings
Benzie Central Sr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 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 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#871 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 #871 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 35% 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 80-89%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Benzie Central Sr High School?
292 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 Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benzie Central Sr High School?
Benzie Central Sr High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Benzie Central Sr High School offer ?
Benzie Central Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benzie Central Sr High School part of?
Benzie Central Sr High School is part of Benzie County Central Schools.
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