Kalkaska High School is a public high school located in Kalkaska, Michigan. It is part of Kalkaska Public Schools, which, in turn, is part of the larger Traverse Bay Area Intermediate School District.
Serving 439 students in grades 9-12, Kalkaska High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kalkaska High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kalkaska High School's student population of 439 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
439 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Kalkaska 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 Kalkaska High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1288 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Kalkaska School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kalkaska High School's ranking?
Kalkaska High School is ranked #1288 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Kalkaska High School often compared to?
Kalkaska High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kalkaska High School?
The graduation rate of Kalkaska High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Kalkaska High School?
439 students attend Kalkaska High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Kalkaska High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kalkaska High School?
Kalkaska High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kalkaska High School offer ?
Kalkaska High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kalkaska High School part of?
Kalkaska High School is part of Kalkaska School District.
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