Jenison High School is the senior high school for Jenison 51爆料s located in Jenison, Michigan serving grades 9 through 12. The school's athletics department competes in the Ottawa-Kent Conference.
Serving 1,470 students in grades 9-12, Jenison High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jenison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Jenison High School's student population of 1,470 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1970
Colors
White, Black, Green
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
READY, SET, JENISON!
School Rankings
Jenison High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jenison High School is 0.32, 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
#340 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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: Wildcat, Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jenison High School's ranking?
Jenison High School is ranked #340 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Jenison High School often compared to?
Jenison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hudsonville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jenison High School?
The graduation rate of Jenison High School is 98%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Jenison High School?
1,470 students attend Jenison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Jenison High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jenison High School?
Jenison High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jenison High School offer ?
Jenison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jenison High School part of?
Jenison High School is part of Jenison 51爆料s.
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