Needs Improvement
#2916 of 3,192 schools in MI
Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School
High School · Battle Creek Public Schools
100 Van Buren St W, Battle Creek, MI 49017
Enrollment
189
Student-Teacher
27:1
Score
3.9
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
189
Student-Teacher
27:1
Score
3.9
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,916 of 3,192
In Battle Creek
#24 of 33
public schools
In district
#6 of 12
Battle Creek Public Schools
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School
Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School is a public high school in Battle Creek, MI, part of Battle Creek Public Schools. Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School serves approximately 189 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 27:1 student-teacher ratio. Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,916 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.3
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 189 students, Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School runs 27:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School — Students at Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 16 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School Compares
See how Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 Van Buren St W, Battle Creek, MI 49017
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST PHILIP CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Battle Creek Area Learning Center (rated 6.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, West Michigan Virtual Battle Creek HS (rated 5.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Battle Creek, see our Battle Creek schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49017 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,500
Median Home Value
$134,800
Median Rent
$946/mo
Population
20,785
College Educated
20.4%
Homeownership
72.9%
Avg Commute
19.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
43.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School
What grades does Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School serve?
Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School?
Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School has an enrollment of approximately 189 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School is 27:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School rank in MI?
Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School ranks #2,916 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School a charter school?
No, Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School a Title I school?
No, Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School?
80.4% of students at Wk Kellogg Preparatory High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 189
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Calhoun County
- Phone
- (269) 965-9672
- 4-Year Graduation
- 12.0%
Resources & Links
District
Battle Creek Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 3,693
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,231
- District Rank
- #6 of 12
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