Serving 32 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Kent Education Centeroakleigh 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% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kent Education Centeroakleigh's student population of 32 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
32 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kent Education Centeroakleigh 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 Education Centeroakleigh is 0.63, 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
#2255 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
25%
18%
White
53%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
45%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kent Education Centeroakleigh's ranking?
Kent Education Centeroakleigh is ranked #2255 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Kent Education Centeroakleigh?
32 students attend Kent Education Centeroakleigh.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Kent Education Centeroakleigh students are White, 25% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kent Education Centeroakleigh?
Kent Education Centeroakleigh has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kent Education Centeroakleigh offer ?
Kent Education Centeroakleigh offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kent Education Centeroakleigh part of?
Kent Education Centeroakleigh is part of Kent Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Kent Education Centeroakleigh located?
Kent Education Centeroakleigh is located in the Westside Connection neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 7 other public schools located in Westside Connection.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Staff is very patient with the children. My son as well as myself loves this school!
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