Kenowa Hills High School

3825 Hendershot Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 886 students in grades 9-12, Kenowa Hills High School ranks in the bottom 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% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 886 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : 94% (Top 20% in MI)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50% (Top 50%)
  • : 41% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Kenowa Hills High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Kenowa Hills High School's student population of 886 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
886 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers

School Rankings

Kenowa Hills High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenowa Hills High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1538 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
25%
34%
50%
45%
41%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
72%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.45
94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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 Kenowa Hills High School's ranking?
Kenowa Hills High School is ranked #1538 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kenowa Hills High School?
The graduation rate of Kenowa Hills High School is 94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Kenowa Hills High School?
886 students attend Kenowa Hills High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Kenowa Hills High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kenowa Hills High School?
Kenowa Hills High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kenowa Hills High School offer ?
Kenowa Hills High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kenowa Hills High School part of?
Kenowa Hills High School is part of Kenowa Hills School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 886 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : 94% (Top 20%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50% (Top 50%)
  • : 41% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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