Top Rankings
Kentwood School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Most diverse schools (Top 1%)
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,994 students in Kentwood School District. This district's average high testing ranking is 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public high schools in Michigan.
Public High Schools in Kentwood School District have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 48% statewide average).
Public High School in Kentwood School District have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is less than the Michigan average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is East Kentwood High School, with 85% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Overview
This School District
This State (MI)
# Schools
16 Schools
1,342 Schools
# Students
9,336 Students
534,573 Students
# Teachers
540 Teachers
30,578 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
District Rank
Kentwood School District, which is ranked within the top 50% of all 851 school districts in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 76% has decreased from 78% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#348 out of 866 school districts
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Graduation Rate
76%
81%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.77
0.55
# American Indian Students
28 Students
4,986 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
1,331 Students
18,254 Students
% Asian Students
14%
4%
# Hispanic Students
1,656 Students
48,354 Students
% Hispanic Students
18%
9%
# Black Students
3,178 Students
93,042 Students
% Black Students
34%
17%
# White Students
2,298 Students
343,842 Students
% White Students
25%
64%
# Hawaiian Students
7 Students
513 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
838 Students
24,779 Students
% of Two or more races Students
9%
5%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
-
-
# Students in K Grade:
885
5,648
# Students in 1st Grade:
666
5,648
# Students in 2nd Grade:
703
5,769
# Students in 3rd Grade:
688
5,907
# Students in 4th Grade:
680
5,943
# Students in 5th Grade:
683
6,233
# Students in 6th Grade:
676
11,476
# Students in 7th Grade:
662
17,607
# Students in 8th Grade:
700
20,600
# Students in 9th Grade:
735
114,668
# Students in 10th Grade:
875
112,993
# Students in 11th Grade:
726
109,871
# Students in 12th Grade:
647
109,317
# Ungraded Students:
10
2,893
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $15,409 in this school district is less than the state median of $18,510. The school district revenue/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $14,508 is less than the state median of $17,693. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
Total Revenue
$144 MM
$25,476 MM
Spending
$135 MM
$24,351 MM
Revenue / Student
$15,409
$18,510
Spending / Student
$14,508
$17,693
Best Kentwood School District Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
East Kentwood High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6230 Kalamazoo Ave Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49508
(616) 698-6700
Grand Rapids, MI 49508
(616) 698-6700
Grades: 10-12
| 2,087 students
Rank: #22.
Crossroads Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
28 60th St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49548
(616) 261-6166
Grand Rapids, MI 49548
(616) 261-6166
Grades: 6-12
| 189 students
Rank: n/an/a
6170 Valley Lane Dr Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49508
(616) 698-9292
Grand Rapids, MI 49508
(616) 698-9292
Grades: 9
| 718 students
Recent Articles
What Is A Charter School?
Explore the world of charter schools in this comprehensive guide. Learn about their history, how they operate, and the pros and cons of this educational innovation. Discover key facts about charter schools, including admission policies, demographics, and funding, as well as what to look for when considering a charter school for your child.
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
Discover the 10 compelling reasons why high school sports are beneficial for students. This comprehensive article explores how athletics enhance academic performance, foster personal growth, and develop crucial life skills. From improved fitness and time management to leadership development and community representation, learn why participating in high school sports can be a game-changer for students' overall success and well-being.
February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and EvolutionWe explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
