For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 411 students in Kent City, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in Kent City, MI are Kent City Virtual Academy and Kent City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kent City, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Kent City have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Kent City, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Kent City High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Kent City, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kent City Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
351 N Main St
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4210
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4210
Gr: 6-12 | 22 students Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Kent City High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
351 N Main St
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4210
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4210
Gr: 6-12 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Kent City, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
29 College Street
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4181
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-4181
Gr: PK-3 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Kent City, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in Kent City, MI include Kent City Virtual Academy and Kent City High School.
How many public high schools are located in Kent City?
2 public high schools are located in Kent City.
What is the racial composition of students in Kent City?
Kent City public high schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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