Serving 219 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kent Hills Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kent Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kent Hills Elementary School's student population of 219 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
219 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Kent Hills Elementary 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 Kent Hills Elementary School is 0.63, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2799 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
21%
9%
Black
55%
18%
White
12%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kent Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Kent Hills Elementary School is ranked #2799 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Kent Hills Elementary School?
219 students attend Kent Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Kent Hills Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kent Hills Elementary School?
Kent Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kent Hills Elementary School offer ?
Kent Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kent Hills Elementary School part of?
Kent Hills Elementary School is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Kent Hills Elementary School located?
Kent Hills Elementary School is located in the Creston neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 6 other public schools located in Creston.
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