Serving 129 students in grades 6-12, Kensington Woods Schools 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kensington Woods Schools ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Kensington Woods Schools's student population of 129 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
129 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kensington Woods Schools ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kensington Woods Schools is 0.06, 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
#1375 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
97%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kensington Woods Schools's ranking?
Kensington Woods Schools is ranked #1375 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kensington Woods Schools?
The graduation rate of Kensington Woods Schools is 60-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kensington Woods Schools?
129 students attend Kensington Woods Schools.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Kensington Woods Schools students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kensington Woods Schools?
Kensington Woods Schools has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kensington Woods Schools offer ?
Kensington Woods Schools offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Kensington Woods Schools part of?
Kensington Woods Schools is part of Kensington Woods Schools School District.
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