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 902 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 25% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). 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 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 902 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- 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 902 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
902 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
White, Green, Forest Green
School Rankings
Waterford Kettering High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterford Kettering High School is 0.42, 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
#1749 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
75%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Waterford Kettering High School's ranking?
Waterford Kettering High School is ranked #1749 out of 3,069 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 93%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Waterford Kettering High School?
902 students attend Waterford Kettering High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Waterford Kettering High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waterford Kettering High School?
Waterford Kettering High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
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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