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Jenison Public Schools

Jenison High School

#3 in Best Public High Schools in Ottawa County
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 8-12
  • Jenison, MI
  • 218 reviews
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    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A-
    2. Diversity
      B-
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      B+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B-
    6. Health & Safety
      B
    7. Administration
      A
    8. Sports
      B
    9. Food
      B
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C
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    Jenison High School is a highly rated, public school located in Jenison, MI. It has 1,400 students in grades 8-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 19 to 1. According to state test scores, 57% of students are at least proficient in math and 73% in reading.
    Address
    2140 Bauer Rd
    Jenison, MI 49428
    Telephone
    (616) 457-3400
    Website
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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    73%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    57%
    Average Graduation Rate
    96%
    Average SAT
    1220
    200 responses
    Average ACT
    27
    138 responses
    AP Enrollment
    24%
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    Living in the Area
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B+
    2. Good for Families
      A
    3. Housing
      A
    Median Household Income
    $64,794
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,040
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $152,400
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    81%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.26 responses
    Poll
    65%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.26 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 91 responses
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    • Plays/Musicals
      21%
    • School dances
      20%
    • Football
      19%
    • Basketball
      8%
    • Choir concerts
      7%
    • Mock rock
      5%
    • Clubs
      5%

    Students

    Diversity
    B-
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,400
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    23%
    79%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.34 responses
    88%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.34 responses
    79%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.34 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    19:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $56,181
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    14.6%
    73%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.37 responses
    89%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.37 responses
    84%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.37 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $11,800/ year
    National
    $12,239
    83%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.41 responses
    32%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.41 responses
    68%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.41 responses
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    Jenison takes academics very seriously and the music/theatre program is astonishing! However, the way the administration handles student issues is not very effective or beneficial to the school. They are very on and off about how seriously they take our dress code and hardly believe that we can take care of ourselves as growing adults. Misbehaving students constantly get away with their antics, and students who make one small accident/misunderstanding get harsh consequences despite the fact that they did nothing wrong. But other than that, they keep us occupied with clubs and activities, which makes the whole experience more lighthearted.
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    I have gone to Jenison schools for all of my educational life, and it was wonderful. In high school specifically, I felt very welcomed and safe, and it was a warm and happy environment. The school works hard to make sure everybody feels like they have a place in that school, such as in our amazing music and theater programs, our multiple art classes, and countless active clubs. The Jenison High School experience was one to remember! If I were to change one thing, I would wish for more diversity, almost the entire student body and staff is white.
    Jenison High School is a very successful and put together school. While they are not perfect, they know how to educate and help students succeed. The staff are incredible. They are kind, creative, and adaptive. The teachers here are more than capable of preparing you for your future, that is if you put in the effort as well. Jenison offers a wide variety of courses that lets the students explore different fields they could pursue. It also helps to develope interests. In terms of diversity, Jenison is lacking a bit. Its student body and staff are mainly white. Few African-Americans and Hispanics are sprinkled throughout the grade levels. This is a bit unfortunate since it does hinder the worldly experience students should be experiencing earlier in life. While I do think Jenison High School needs some work on diversity and some progressiveness in other areas, I'm glad I could have the opportunity of going to a school that could help to get me where I need to be.