Serving 1,016 students in grades 7-12, Waterford Kettering 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,016 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterford Kettering High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
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Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Waterford Kettering High School's student population of 1,016 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,016 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waterford Kettering 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 Waterford Kettering 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
#1864 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
78%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Waterford Kettering High School's ranking?
Waterford Kettering High School is ranked #1864 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Waterford Kettering High School often compared to?
Waterford Kettering High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waterford Mott High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waterford Kettering High School?
The graduation rate of Waterford Kettering High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Waterford Kettering High School?
1,016 students attend Waterford Kettering High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Waterford Kettering High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waterford Kettering High School?
Waterford Kettering High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Waterford Kettering High School offer ?
Waterford Kettering High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Waterford Kettering High School part of?
Waterford Kettering High School is part of Waterford School District.
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