Waterford Kettering High School is a public high school in the Waterford School District located in Waterford, Michigan. The official name of the high school is Charles F. Kettering High School, named for the automotive industry pioneer.
Serving 909 students in grades 7-12, Waterford Kettering High 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 29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 909 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waterford Kettering High School serves the southeast part of Waterford, MI, covering an area of approximately 21.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterford Kettering High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Waterford Kettering High School's student population of 909 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
909 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waterford Kettering High 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 Waterford Kettering High School is 0.46, 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
#1568 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green, Forest Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterford Kettering High School's ranking?
Waterford Kettering High School is ranked #1568 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Waterford Kettering High School often compared to?
Waterford Kettering High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waterford Mott High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waterford Kettering High School?
The graduation rate of Waterford Kettering High School is 92%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Waterford Kettering High School?
909 students attend Waterford Kettering High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Waterford Kettering High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterford Kettering High School?
Waterford Kettering High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Waterford Kettering High School offer ?
Waterford Kettering High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waterford Kettering High School part of?
Waterford Kettering High School is part of Waterford School District.
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