Serving 566 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School's student population of 566 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
566 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#403 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
70%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School's ranking?
Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School is ranked #403 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School often compared to?
Kenowa Hills Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Zinser Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School?
566 students attend Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School?
Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School offer ?
Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School part of?
Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School is part of Kenowa Hills Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School located?
Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School is located in the Walker Center neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Walker Center.
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