Brooklyn Center High School
Public school in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota , United States of America
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Brooklyn Center High School is a public high school located in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota.
| Brooklyn Center Jr./Sr. High School | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
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6500 Humboldt Ave N , Minnesota 55430 | |
| Information | |
| Type | Public |
| Motto | "Expect The Best" |
| Established | 1961 |
Principal | Arslan Aziz |
Teaching staff | 31.28 (FTE)[1] |
| Grades | 9-12 |
| Enrollment | 516 (2023-2024)[1] |
Student to teacher ratio | 16.50[1] |
Athletics conference | Tri-Metro |
| Mascot | Centaur |
| Colors | Purple and White |
| Website | https://bcs.bccs286.org/ |
School overview
Brooklyn Center High School is the only high school serving ISD #286, and has approximately 850 students in grades 6–12. One of the highest in the state, BCHS' open enrollment percentage is 33%. District 286 is the smallest district in the state of Minnesota in terms of geographical size. Family is the main goal and strategy at this school.[citation needed] Its athletics teams compete in the Tri-Metro Conference. It was previously a founding member of the Metro Alliance. In 1982 Brooklyn Center won the inaugural Minnesota State Class A football championship. The school also participates in the University of Minnesota's College in the Schools program.[2]
Notable alumni
- Marcus Harris, Fred Biletnikoff award winner as a receiver at University of Wyoming
- Justin “Judd” Jennrich, BCW Wrestling Promoter and former TCW World Champion BCW and TCW
45.0736609°N 93.2977882°W[3] John Hartinger served in the Minnesota House of Representatives in 1985 and 1986 and was a Republican.[1]
References[edit] ^ Minnesota Legislators: Past & Present-John M. Hartinger
