At a glance
Reported students
554
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
33.49
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
16.5:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Michigan high enrollment
72nd percentile
Compared with 978 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
370
Berrien Springs High School: 554 reported students.
State peer staffing position
37th percentile
16.5:1 reported; state peer median 18.1:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 540
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Student–teacher ratio
- 18:1
What the reported data says about Berrien Springs High School
Berrien Springs High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Berrien Springs. It is one of 9 current school records connected to Berrien Springs Public Schools. NCES reports 554 students for 2024–25.
Among 978 high schools in Michigan with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 280 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 72nd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 16.5:1, close to the Michigan median of 18.1:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (39%) and Black (27.8%). English learners represent 9.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 7%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 2 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Berrien Springs High School
- 1How do the reported 16.5:1 student–teacher ratio and 33.49 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 3 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 9.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 7%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 50%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 3
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White39%
- Hispanic17.3%
- Black27.8%
- Asian6.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander1.3%
- Multiracial7.8%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
2 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Berrien Springs Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
West Michigan Virtual Battle Creek HS
High · Grades 09–12
370 reported students
Berrien Springs Discovery Academy
High · Grades 09–12
74 reported students
Link Learning Virtual Program
High · Grades 09–12
2,526 reported students
Berrien Springs Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
424 reported students
Sylvester Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 02–05
394 reported students
Mars Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–02
338 reported students
Public schools near Berrien Springs High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berrien Springs Discovery Academy High · Berrien Springs Public Schools | 09–12 | 74 | 0.1 mi |
| Berrien County Juvenile Center High · Berrien RESA | 06–12 | 10 | 2.2 mi |
| Eau Claire High School High · Eau Claire Public Schools | 09–12 | 180 | 3 mi |
| WAY Eau Claire High · Eau Claire Public Schools | 09–12 | 35 | 3.5 mi |
| Buchanan High School High · Buchanan Community Schools | 08–12 | 561 | 8.5 mi |
| Lakeshore High School High · Lakeshore School District (Berrien) | 09–12 | 843 | 8.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Berrien Springs High School
What grades does Berrien Springs High School serve?
Berrien Springs High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Berrien Springs Public Schools.
How many students attend Berrien Springs High School?
Berrien Springs High School reported 554 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 72nd percentile among 978 Michigan high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 540 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Berrien Springs High School?
The calculated ratio is 16.5:1, based on 554 students and 33.49 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Michigan median for the same school level is 18.1:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Berrien Springs High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Berrien Springs High School is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Berrien Springs High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
50% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Berrien Springs High School in?
Berrien Springs High School is part of Berrien Springs Public Schools, based in Berrien Springs, MI, which operates 9 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Berrien Springs High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Berrien Springs Discovery Academy (0.1 mi), Berrien County Juvenile Center (2.2 mi), Eau Claire High School (3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.