Serving 726 students in grades 5-6, Kinawa School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 726 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kinawa School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Kinawa School's student population of 726 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
726 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Kinawa School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kinawa School is 0.63, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#492 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
55%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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 Kinawa School's ranking?
Kinawa School is ranked #492 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Kinawa School?
726 students attend Kinawa School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Kinawa School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kinawa School?
Kinawa School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kinawa School offer ?
Kinawa School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kinawa School part of?
Kinawa School is part of Okemos School District.
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