Kenowa Hills High School is a public secondary school in Alpine Township, Michigan, U.S. It serves grades 9-12 for the Kenowa Hills Public Schools district.
Serving 886 students in grades 9-12, Kenowa Hills High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 886 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kenowa Hills High School's student population of 886 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
886 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student. Every Day.
School Rankings
Kenowa Hills High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenowa Hills High School is 0.45, which is less 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
#1280 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
72%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knight
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenowa Hills High School's ranking?
Kenowa Hills High School is ranked #1280 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kenowa Hills High School?
The graduation rate of Kenowa Hills High School is 91%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Kenowa Hills High School?
886 students attend Kenowa Hills High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Kenowa Hills High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kenowa Hills High School?
Kenowa Hills High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kenowa Hills High School offer ?
Kenowa Hills High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kenowa Hills High School part of?
Kenowa Hills High School is part of Kenowa Hills Public Schools.
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