Big Rapids Public Schools

District Overview
Located at 21034 15 Mile Road in Big Rapids, Michigan, Big Rapids Public Schools is an established, fully operational public school district serving a picturesque remote town setting. Operating six active school campuses, the district delivers a complete academic continuum spanning pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The district currently serves a total enrollment of 2,411 students—including 1,250 male and 1,161 female learners—providing a cohesive, traditional educational experience tailored to every stage of child development within the greater Big Rapids area.

To foster an enriching and well-supported learning environment, Big Rapids Public Schools maintains a robust workforce totaling more than 574 full-time equivalent staff members. This multidisciplinary team includes approximately 244 full-time equivalent classroom teachers, nearly 59 instructional aides, and over 271 dedicated support staff professionals committed to operational excellence and individual student growth. Representing a vibrant community, the student body reflects a rich tapestry of local backgrounds across all grade levels. Families, prospective students, and educational researchers seeking further information about the district can visit their official portal at www.brps.org or reach out directly at (231) 796-2627.
6
Total Schools
2,411
Total Students
243.6
Full-Time Teachers
9.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Big Rapids Public Schools
Demographic Student Count
White2,096
Hispanic63
Black80
Asian6
Two or More149
American Indian16
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    2,096 (86.9%)
  • Two or More
    149 (6.2%)
  • Black
    80 (3.3%)
  • Hispanic
    63 (2.6%)
  • American Indian
    16 (0.7%)
  • Asian
    6 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.0%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Big Rapids Public Schools
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary3
Middle1
High1
Other1
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:6
Students:2,411*
Teachers (FTE):243.6*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:9.9
Schools in Big Rapids Public Schools
Found 6 Schools