JENISON HIGH SCHOOL

Jenison High School is a public high school that is part of the Jenison Public Schools school district, located in JENISON, MI with about 1,405 students offering grade levels from 8th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 76 teachers, Jenison High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Jenison High School, located at 2140 Bauer Road in Jenison, Michigan, serves as the flagship secondary institution for the Jenison Public Schools district. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and comprehensive student development, the school offers a wide variety of advanced placement (AP) courses, vocational training, and extracurricular opportunities. The campus is designed to foster a well-rounded educational experience, balancing rigorous classroom instruction with athletics, arts, and community-focused initiatives that prepare students for success in higher education and the workforce.

As a pillar of the Jenison community, the school emphasizes a culture of pride and inclusivity, often referred to as the "Wildcat" spirit. The district’s broader mission, as outlined on their website, focuses on providing high-quality learning environments that utilize modern technology and personalized teaching strategies. By maintaining strong partnerships between staff, students, and parents, Jenison High School strives to cultivate critical thinkers and responsible citizens within a supportive and forward-thinking educational setting.

For more information, contact Jenison High School at (616) 457-3400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2140 BAUER RD
JENISON, MI 49428-9539
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JENISON HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in JENISON, MI with about 1,405 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Michigan

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,405
Teachers:
76
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,405 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending JENISON HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 86% of the student body.

White
85.6%
Hispanic/Latino
5.9%
Two or more races
4.5%
Asian
2.8%
Black or African American
1.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
50.9%
Male
49.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.