Serving 118 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kenosha Park Elementary 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ken-O-Sha Park Elementary serves the south part of Grand Rapids, MI, encompassing an area of approximately 1 square mile. The typical drive to the school is 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of about 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 1 mile.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kenosha Park Elementary School's student population of 118 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
118 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Kenosha Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenosha Park Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
#2712 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
18%
9%
Black
57%
18%
White
12%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenosha Park Elementary School's ranking?
Kenosha Park Elementary School is ranked #2712 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Kenosha Park Elementary School often compared to?
Kenosha Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William C Abney Academy Elementary School, Martin Luther King Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Kenosha Park Elementary School?
118 students attend Kenosha Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Kenosha Park Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kenosha Park Elementary School?
Kenosha Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kenosha Park Elementary School offer ?
Kenosha Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kenosha Park Elementary School part of?
Kenosha Park Elementary School is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Kenosha Park Elementary School located?
Kenosha Park Elementary School is located in the West Millbrook neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in West Millbrook.
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