Serving 332 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Keppen 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Keppen School serves a central area of approximately 0.7 square miles in Lincoln Park, MI, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 0.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 0.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Keppen School's student population of 332 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
332 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Keppen 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 Keppen School is 0.68, 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
#2215 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
45%
9%
Black
19%
18%
White
28%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
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 Keppen School's ranking?
Keppen School is ranked #2215 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Keppen School often compared to?
Keppen Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Max Paun School, Earl F Carr School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Keppen School?
332 students attend Keppen School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Keppen School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Keppen School?
Keppen School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Keppen School offer ?
Keppen School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Keppen School part of?
Keppen School is part of Lincoln Park School District Of The City Of.
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