High Schools in Kensington Woods Schools

Kensington Woods Schools is a public charter school system in Lakeland, Michigan, serving grades 6-12 with a total enrollment of 111 students. As the only high school in the district, Kensington Woods Schools stands out for its exceptional academic performance, impressive graduation and attendance rates, and diverse student population.

Academically, Kensington Woods Schools consistently outperforms the state averages on standardized tests, with over 73% of 7th-grade students proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the state average of 37.9%. The school's 11th-grade science and social studies proficiency rates also exceed 75%, well above the state benchmarks. Additionally, the school boasts an impressive 86.6% four-year graduation rate and a 0.0% dropout rate, both significantly better than the state averages.

While the school's student population is predominantly white (97.3%), with small percentages of Hispanic (1.8%) and students of two or more races (0.9%), this composition is notable given the school's location and the overall demographics of the state. The school's financial resources, with a spending per student of $10,030 and a student-teacher ratio of 12.4:1, suggest a strong commitment to providing a high-quality education. However, the school's chronic absenteeism rate of 41.2% is an area that may require further investigation and targeted interventions to improve student attendance.