Benton Harbor High School

Benton Harbor High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
870 Colfax Ave,  Benton Harbor, MI
Benton Harbor Area Schools
3.4
3.0
506 Students
D+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Ms. Lanada Avinger
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
950
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
5%
Reading Proficiency
5%
Average GPA
3.04
Graduation Rate
57%

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
C
Teachers
C-
College Prep
C
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B-
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.04
Reading Proficiency
5%
Math Proficiency
5%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
33
Full Time Teachers
33
Teachers in First or Second Year
17.6%
College Prep
Average SAT
950
Math
470
Verbal
470
Average ACT
23
Math
23
English
22
Reading
24
Science
21
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
278:1

Student Diversity

Male
54.5%
Female
45.5%
Black
94.9%
Hispanic
2.6%
Two or more races
1.4%
White
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Western Michigan University 48 Students
Ferris State University 46 Students
Grand Valley State University 44 Students
Michigan State University 35 Students
Central Michigan University 31 Students
Wayne State University 30 Students
Southwestern Michigan College 26 Students
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor 23 Students
Saginaw Valley State University 21 Students
Eastern Michigan University 19 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 26 Students
Nursing 18 Students
Psychology 14 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 12 Students
Biology 9 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 8 Students
Social Work and Youth Services 8 Students
Computer Science 6 Students
Cosmetology 6 Students
Culinary Arts and Food Service 5 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.4 51 Reviews
4.0 NicheUser
7/7/2016
I've attended Benton Harbor High School since my freshman year, and every year I try a new school. I wont this year. Simply because I have learned that other schools may be further academically, but no other school compares to mine. The supportive, family-like atmosphere makes you feel like you're home. Some people think there is a lot of room for improvement, but overall I personally wouldn't change a thing. What makes my school unique is the teacher to student relationship. Teachers will do everything in their power along with providing much support to make sure the student has everything they need. I don't think any school could give me what Benton Harbor High School has.
3.0 NicheUser
7/7/2016
There are not a lot of different clubs but there are enough so that students have something other to do than school.
4.0 NicheUser
6/24/2016
Great teachers and are willing to help all the students.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.0 4 Reviews
1.0 parent
2/22/2023
As a local I want to make it clear that there are much better schools for education. Teachers are often overloaded with students, testing results and graduation rates are awful. I would highly recommend any other school in the area as compared to Benton Harbor School Districts. Additionally the scho...
2.0 other
4/2/2017
As a three plus year employee I think the behaviors of the students are terrible, work habits of a few teachers and some security personnel substandard and parental responsibility the worse. Some teachers work hard but teaching is not at a high standard because these hard working teachers are always...
5.0 parent
1/29/2009
4.0 student
9/23/2007

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Benton Harbor High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Benton Harbor, MI, in the Benton Harbor neighborhood, and is served by the Benton Harbor Area Schools in Michigan. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 506 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 5% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 5% are proficient in reading. Benton Harbor High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of D+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 1 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.04, the graduation rate is 57%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 950 and an ACT score of 23. The average home value in this area is $209,585. Discover additional schools in the area, like Career & Alternative Pathways to Education Center, The Bridges Academy, St. Joseph High School, and more. Learn more about what Benton Harbor has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Benton Harbor High School.

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