Serving 386 students in grades 8-12, Kent City High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 34%). 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 26:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kent City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kent City High School's student population of 386 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kent City High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kent City High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1036 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
21%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
76%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kent City High School's ranking?
Kent City High School is ranked #1036 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Kent City High School often compared to?
Kent City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sparta Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 Kent City High School?
The graduation rate of Kent City High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Kent City High School?
386 students attend Kent City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Kent City High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kent City High School?
Kent City High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kent City High School offer ?
Kent City High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kent City High School part of?
Kent City High School is part of Kent City Community Schools School District.
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