Serving 1,916 students in grades 10-12, East Kentwood 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 29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,916 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Kentwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
East Kentwood High School's student population of 1,916 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,916 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Students by Grade
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
East Kentwood High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Kentwood High School is 0.77, which is more 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
#1627 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
3%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
31%
18%
White
30%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 East Kentwood High School's ranking?
East Kentwood High School is ranked #1627 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are East Kentwood High School often compared to?
East Kentwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ottawa Hills High School, Kelloggsville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Kentwood High School?
The graduation rate of East Kentwood High School is 86%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend East Kentwood High School?
1,916 students attend East Kentwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of East Kentwood High School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Kentwood High School?
East Kentwood High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Kentwood High School offer ?
East Kentwood High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Kentwood High School part of?
East Kentwood High School is part of Kentwood Public Schools School District.
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