Bay City Central High School

www.bcschools.net

921 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Bay City Central High School, located at 1624 Columbus Ave in Bay City, Michigan, is a cornerstone of the Bay City Public Schools district. As one of the primary secondary institutions in the area, the school serves a diverse student body and is known for its long-standing history within the community. The campus is centrally located, reflecting its role as a hub for academic, extracurricular, and social development for local teenagers.

The school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether through college enrollment, trade certification, or direct entry into the workforce. Beyond core academics, Bay City Central emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience by providing various athletic programs, arts initiatives, and student organizations. Prospective families and community members can learn more about the school’s specific mission, course offerings, and district updates by visiting their official website at [www.bcschools.net](http://www.bcschools.net).

921

Total Students

54.1

Full-Time Teachers

17.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

71.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Bay City Central High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	596
Hispanic	143
Black	61
Asian	3
Two or More	112
American Indian	6

White
596 (64.7%)
Hispanic
143 (15.5%)
Two or More
112 (12.2%)
Black
61 (6.6%)
American Indian
6 (0.7%)
Asian
3 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Bay City School District
Phone:	(989)893-9541
Website:	http://www.bcschools.net
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	921
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	54.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	628
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	26

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 214

Grade 10 281

Grade 11 210

Grade 12 216