Serving 401 students in grades 9-12, Kingsley Area High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kingsley Area High School serves the entire school district in Kingsley, MI, covering an area of approximately 123.4 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kingsley Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kingsley Area High School's student population of 401 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
401 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Kingsley Area High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kingsley Area High School is 0.10, which is less 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
#1390 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
95%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kingsley Area High School's ranking?
Kingsley Area High School is ranked #1390 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Kingsley Area High School often compared to?
Kingsley Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Traverse City High School, West Senior High School, Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kingsley Area High School?
The graduation rate of Kingsley Area High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Kingsley Area High School?
401 students attend Kingsley Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Kingsley Area High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kingsley Area High School?
Kingsley Area High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kingsley Area High School offer ?
Kingsley Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kingsley Area High School part of?
Kingsley Area High School is part of Kingsley Area Schools.
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