East Kentwood High School

6230 Kalamazoo Ave Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49508
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 2,087 students in grades 10-12, East Kentwood High School ranks in the bottom 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 32% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower 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 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Online School
  • Grades: 10-12
  • Enrollment: 2,087 students
  • State Accredited: No
  • Live Instruction: No
  • Rolling Enrollment: No
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 74%
  • : 85% (Top 50% in MI)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 32% (Top 50%)
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

East Kentwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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Attribute

School Overview

East Kentwood High School's student population of 2,087 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,087 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
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Students by Grade
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State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No

School Rankings

East Kentwood 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 East Kentwood High School is 0.77, 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)
#1543 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of East Kentwood High School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
32%
34%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of East Kentwood High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
44%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of East Kentwood High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
39%
38%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of East Kentwood High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
13%
4%
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Hispanic
19%
9%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in East Kentwood High School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
34%
18%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in East Kentwood High School and the percentage of Black public school students in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
26%
63%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in East Kentwood High School and the percentage of White public school students in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in East Kentwood High School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in East Kentwood High School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Michigan.
0.77
This chart displays the diversity score of East Kentwood High School and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
85%
81%
This chart displays graduation rate of East Kentwood High School and public school graduation rate of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
50%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in East Kentwood High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in East Kentwood High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is East Kentwood High School's ranking?
East Kentwood High School is ranked #1543 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are East Kentwood High School often compared to?
East Kentwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ottawa Hills High School, Kelloggsville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Kentwood High School?
The graduation rate of East Kentwood High School is 85%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend East Kentwood High School?
2,087 students attend East Kentwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of East Kentwood High School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Kentwood High School?
East Kentwood High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Kentwood High School offer ?
East Kentwood High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Kentwood High School part of?
East Kentwood High School is part of Kentwood School District.
In what neighborhood is East Kentwood High School located?
East Kentwood High School 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)

  • School Type: Online School
  • Grades: 10-12
  • Enrollment: 2,087 students
  • State Accredited: No
  • Live Instruction: No
  • Rolling Enrollment: No
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 74%
  • : 85% (Top 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 32% (Top 50%)
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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