Kent Education Centerbeltline serves 39 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kent Education Centerbeltline ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kent Education Centerbeltline's student population of 39 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
39 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kent Education Centerbeltline is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
26%
18%
White
46%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Kent Education Centerbeltline?
The graduation rate of Kent Education Centerbeltline is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Kent Education Centerbeltline?
39 students attend Kent Education Centerbeltline.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Kent Education Centerbeltline students are White, 26% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kent Education Centerbeltline?
Kent Education Centerbeltline has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kent Education Centerbeltline offer ?
Kent Education Centerbeltline offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kent Education Centerbeltline part of?
Kent Education Centerbeltline is part of Kent Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Kent Education Centerbeltline located?
Kent Education Centerbeltline is located in the North East Citizens Action neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 8 other public schools located in North East Citizens Action.
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