Berrien Springs High School is a public, magnet high school in Berrien Springs, Michigan, United States. It serves grades 9 through 12 for the Berrien Springs 51±¬ÁÏs.
Serving 551 students in grades 9-12, Berrien Springs High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berrien Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Berrien Springs High School's student population of 551 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
School Rankings
Berrien Springs High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berrien Springs High School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1088 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
25%
18%
White
44%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berrien Springs High School's ranking?
Berrien Springs High School is ranked #1088 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Berrien Springs High School often compared to?
Berrien Springs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eau Claire High School, St. Joseph High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Berrien Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Berrien Springs High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Berrien Springs High School?
551 students attend Berrien Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Berrien Springs High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berrien Springs High School?
Berrien Springs High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Berrien Springs High School offer ?
Berrien Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Berrien Springs High School part of?
Berrien Springs High School is part of Berrien Springs School District.
In what neighborhood is Berrien Springs High School located?
Berrien Springs High School is located in the Oronoko charter Township neighborhood of Berrien Springs, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Oronoko charter Township.
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