Grand Haven High School

www.ghaps.org

1,630 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Grand Haven High School, located in Grand Haven, Michigan, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Grand Haven Area Public Schools district. Situated on Ferris Street, the school is central to a community-focused district that emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum alongside a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities. Known for its strong school spirit, the campus acts as a hub for local student life, fostering an environment that encourages both intellectual growth and civic engagement among its diverse student body.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Grand Haven High School is recognized for its comprehensive athletic programs, arts initiatives, and career-technical education opportunities. By maintaining a focus on preparing students for post-secondary success—whether that leads to university studies, trade schools, or the workforce—the school strives to uphold the district’s commitment to excellence. For those seeking detailed information on enrollment, school calendars, or specific programs, the district’s official website at [www.ghaps.org](http://www.ghaps.org) serves as the primary resource for families and community members.

1,630

Total Students

88.8

Full-Time Teachers

18.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

27.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Grand Haven High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,373
Hispanic	133
Black	32
Asian	29
Two or More	57
American Indian	5
Pacific Islander	1

White
1,373 (84.2%)
Hispanic
133 (8.2%)
Two or More
57 (3.5%)
Black
32 (2.0%)
Asian
29 (1.8%)
American Indian
5 (0.3%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1%)

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:	Grand Haven Area Public Schools
Phone:	(616)850-6000
Website:	http://www.ghaps.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,630
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	88.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	18.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	421
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	29

* 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 9 383

Grade 10 432

Grade 11 387

Grade 12 428