Serving 359 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Kettle Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kettle Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kettle Lake Elementary School's student population of 359 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
Kettle Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kettle Lake Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#137 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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 Kettle Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Kettle Lake Elementary School is ranked #137 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Kettle Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Kettle Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emmons Lake Elementary School, Caledonia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Kettle Lake Elementary School?
359 students attend Kettle Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Kettle Lake Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kettle Lake Elementary School?
Kettle Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kettle Lake Elementary School offer ?
Kettle Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kettle Lake Elementary School part of?
Kettle Lake Elementary School is part of Caledonia Community Schools School District.
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