For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 406 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 6/10, 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 (2026)
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 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
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 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
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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