Central High School

www.ghaps.org

89 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Central High School, located in Grand Haven, Michigan, operates as part of the Grand Haven Area Public Schools district. It functions primarily as an alternative education institution, specifically designed to provide a flexible and supportive learning environment for students who may benefit from a non-traditional approach to high school. By offering smaller class sizes and personalized instruction, the school aims to help students overcome academic or personal challenges, stay on track for graduation, and prepare for life after high school.

The school is committed to fostering a close-knit community where students can thrive at their own pace. Through its connection to the broader Grand Haven Area Public Schools district, Central High provides its students with access to essential educational resources and a curriculum aligned with state standards. Whether students are looking for a fresh start or a unique academic setting, Central High School serves as a vital resource for the local community, ensuring that all learners have the opportunity to succeed and earn their diplomas.

Total Students

8.8

Full-Time Teachers

10.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

64.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Central High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	76
Hispanic	8
Black	1
Two or More	4

White
76 (85.4%)
Hispanic
8 (9.0%)
Two or More
4 (4.5%)
Black
1 (1.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Alternative School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Grand Haven Area Public Schools
Phone:	(616)850-6800
Website:	http://www.ghaps.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	89
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	8.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	10.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	55
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	2

* 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 2

Grade 10 10

Grade 11 35

Grade 12 42