East Kentwood Freshman Campus serves 743 students in grades 9.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to 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 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 743 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Kentwood Freshman Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
East Kentwood Freshman Campus's student population of 743 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
743 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of East Kentwood Freshman Campus is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
38%
18%
White
26%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(11-12)<50%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
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?
743 students attend East Kentwood Freshman Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of East Kentwood Freshman Campus students are Black, 26% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, and 8% 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 17:1, which is equal to 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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