East Kentwood Freshman Campus

6170 Valley Lane Dr Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49508
(School attendance zone shown in map)
East Kentwood Freshman Campus serves 718 students in grades 9. 
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9
  • Enrollment: 718 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 76%
  • : <50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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East Kentwood Freshman Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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School Overview

East Kentwood Freshman Campus's student population of 718 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
718 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
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School Rankings

The diversity score of East Kentwood Freshman Campus is 0.75, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
11%
4%
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Hispanic
17%
9%
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Black
39%
18%
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White
24%
63%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.75
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(11-12)
<50%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the graduation rate of East Kentwood Freshman Campus?
The graduation rate of East Kentwood Freshman Campus is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 82%.
How many students attend East Kentwood Freshman Campus?
718 students attend East Kentwood Freshman Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of East Kentwood Freshman Campus students are Black, 24% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Kentwood Freshman Campus?
East Kentwood Freshman Campus has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Kentwood Freshman Campus offer ?
East Kentwood Freshman Campus offers enrollment in grades 9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Kentwood Freshman Campus part of?
East Kentwood Freshman Campus is part of Kentwood School District.
In what neighborhood is East Kentwood Freshman Campus located?
East Kentwood Freshman Campus is located in the Crystal Springs neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Crystal Springs.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9
  • Enrollment: 718 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 76%
  • : <50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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