Byron Center Charter School
Charter School
199 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
Byron Center Charter School (BCCS) is a tuition-free public charter school located in Byron Center, Michigan, serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. The school distinguishes itself through a focus on smaller class sizes and a personalized learning environment, aiming to foster close relationships between students, teachers, and parents. By maintaining a tight-knit community atmosphere, the school emphasizes character development alongside core academics, seeking to create a supportive educational experience that prepares students for success in high school and beyond.
The school operates under a charter authorized by Grand Valley State University and adheres to the Michigan state curriculum while utilizing its status as a charter school to offer a more focused, community-centric educational approach. Its philosophy is built on the belief that a stable, inclusive environment is essential for academic growth. Families often choose BCCS for its emphasis on individualized attention, active parent involvement, and a curriculum that balances rigorous academic standards with the nurturing social environment found in a smaller school setting.
The school operates under a charter authorized by Grand Valley State University and adheres to the Michigan state curriculum while utilizing its status as a charter school to offer a more focused, community-centric educational approach. Its philosophy is built on the belief that a stable, inclusive environment is essential for academic growth. Families often choose BCCS for its emphasis on individualized attention, active parent involvement, and a curriculum that balances rigorous academic standards with the nurturing social environment found in a smaller school setting.
199
Total Students
17.5
Full-Time Teachers
11.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
56.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 160 |
| Hispanic | 25 |
| Black | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 8 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White160 (80.4%)
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Hispanic25 (12.6%)
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Two or More8 (4.0%)
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Black4 (2.0%)
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Asian1 (0.5%)
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American Indian1 (0.5%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Byron Center Charter School |
| Phone: | (616)878-4852 |
| Website: | http://www.byroncentercharter.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 199 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 17.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 92 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 20 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
12
Grade 1
20
Grade 2
13
Grade 3
22
Grade 4
18
Grade 5
19
Grade 6
13
Grade 7
14
Grade 8
20
Grade 9
15
Grade 10
10
Grade 11
13
Grade 12
10
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 12 |
| Grade 1 | 20 |
| Grade 2 | 13 |
| Grade 3 | 22 |
| Grade 4 | 18 |
| Grade 5 | 19 |
| Grade 6 | 13 |
| Grade 7 | 14 |
| Grade 8 | 20 |
| Grade 9 | 15 |
| Grade 10 | 10 |
| Grade 11 | 13 |
| Grade 12 | 10 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 104 | 52.3% |
| Male | 95 | 47.7% |
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