Serving 1,506 students in grades 9-12, Jenison High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,506 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jenison High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 15 square miles in Jenison, MI. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 4.1 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jenison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Jenison High School's student population of 1,506 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,506 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Motto
READY, SET, JENISON!
School Rankings
Jenison High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jenison High School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#340 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Black
School Mascot
Wildcat, Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jenison High School's ranking?
Jenison High School is ranked #340 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Jenison High School often compared to?
Jenison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hudsonville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jenison High School?
The graduation rate of Jenison High School is 98%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Jenison High School?
1,506 students attend Jenison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Jenison High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jenison High School?
Jenison High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Jenison High School offer ?
Jenison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jenison High School part of?
Jenison High School is part of Jenison School District.
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