Serving 537 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kent City Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kent City Elementary School serves the entire district of Kent City, MI, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 68 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive time of about 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kent City Elementary School's student population of 537 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kent City 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 Kent City Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#1569 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
21%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kent City Elementary School's ranking?
Kent City Elementary School is ranked #1569 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Kent City Elementary School often compared to?
Kent City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River City Scholars Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Kent City Elementary School?
537 students attend Kent City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Kent City Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kent City Elementary School?
Kent City Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kent City Elementary School offer ?
Kent City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kent City Elementary School part of?
Kent City Elementary School is part of Kent City Community Schools.
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