Serving 407 students in grades 9-12, Kingsley Area 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kingsley Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kingsley Area High School's student population of 407 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Kingsley Area 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 Kingsley Area High School is 0.12, 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
#1390 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kingsley Area High School's ranking?
Kingsley Area High School is ranked #1390 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Kingsley Area High School often compared to?
Kingsley Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Traverse City High School, Central High School, West Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kingsley Area High School?
The graduation rate of Kingsley Area High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Kingsley Area High School?
407 students attend Kingsley Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Kingsley Area High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kingsley Area High School?
Kingsley Area High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kingsley Area High School offer ?
Kingsley Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kingsley Area High School part of?
Kingsley Area High School is part of Kingsley Area Schools School District.
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