Kalkaska High School
449 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Kalkaska High School, located in Kalkaska, Michigan, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Kalkaska Public Schools district. Situated in the heart of Northern Michigan, the school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment, offering a variety of core curriculum classes alongside extracurricular opportunities intended to foster student development both inside and outside the classroom.
As part of the broader Kalkaska Public Schools community, the high school focuses on community engagement and the holistic development of its student body. The district utilizes its official website, kpschools.com, as a centralized hub to keep students, parents, and community members informed about school policies, academic calendars, athletic events, and district-wide initiatives. By leveraging local resources and maintaining a strong connection to the surrounding Kalkaska area, the high school strives to create an educational experience that reflects the needs and values of its rural community.
As part of the broader Kalkaska Public Schools community, the high school focuses on community engagement and the holistic development of its student body. The district utilizes its official website, kpschools.com, as a centralized hub to keep students, parents, and community members informed about school policies, academic calendars, athletic events, and district-wide initiatives. By leveraging local resources and maintaining a strong connection to the surrounding Kalkaska area, the high school strives to create an educational experience that reflects the needs and values of its rural community.
449
Total Students
24.2
Full-Time Teachers
18.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
46.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 405 |
| Hispanic | 20 |
| Black | 5 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 12 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White405 (90.2 %)
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Hispanic20 (4.5 %)
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Two or More12 (2.7 %)
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Black5 (1.1 %)
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Asian3 (0.7 %)
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American Indian3 (0.7 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Kalkaska Public Schools |
| Phone: | (231)258-9167 |
| Website: | http://www.kpschools.com |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 449 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 24.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 189 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 19 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
105
Grade 10
139
Grade 11
101
Grade 12
104
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 105 |
| Grade 10 | 139 |
| Grade 11 | 101 |
| Grade 12 | 104 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 226 | 50.3% |
| Male | 223 | 49.7% |