Waterford Kettering High School

Waterford Kettering High School

Public Middle, High School | Grade 6-12
2800 Kettering Dr,  Waterford, MI
Waterford Township Neighborhood
Waterford School District
3.5
4.0
1,016 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mrs. Debra Cooper
Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Average SAT Score
1100
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
25%
Reading Proficiency
46%
Average GPA
3.31
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
C
Teachers
B-
College Prep
C-
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
C
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.31
Reading Proficiency
46%
Math Proficiency
25%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers
49
Full Time Teachers
49
Teachers in First or Second Year
41.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1100
Math
540
Verbal
560
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
25
Reading
24
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
12
AP Pass Rate
56.4%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

7
Equity
8
College Readiness
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
296:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.1%
Male
49.9%
White
77.5%
Hispanic
11.7%
Black
5.8%
Two or more races
2.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.6%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Michigan State University 248 Students
Oakland University 215 Students
Central Michigan University 165 Students
Grand Valley State University 164 Students
Wayne State University 160 Students
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor 147 Students
Saginaw Valley State University 139 Students
Oakland Community College 108 Students
Western Michigan University 104 Students
Eastern Michigan University 95 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 69 Students
Nursing 57 Students
Psychology 55 Students
Biology 34 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 33 Students
Computer Science 26 Students
Marketing 21 Students
Accounting 21 Students
Engineering 20 Students
Mechanical Engineering 19 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 188 Reviews
4.0
11/8/2024
My time being at Waterford Kettering High school has been awesome. I play lacrosse there and I enjoy it very much. In my experience at Waterford Kettering there are definitely some ups and downs, sometimes you don't get the teacher you want or the teacher is not very good. Along with that most of the time you get dumb homework that I think to myself how is this even gonna help me. Overall it is a very safe school nothing big has really happened their are some little fights that happen or mean people but other than that I don't feel threatened at all. I enjoy going to Kettering and playing the sport that I love. All of my friends go to Kettering and I find that to be one of the best parts about it. I am glad I go to Kettering, I wouldn't want to go to another school. Waterford Kettering High School fits me.
4.0 Senior
4/19/2023
The school itself is a really good learning environment. The staff here genuinely cares about you, and your success but there are a few flukes that come up along the way. Overall, this school gets a high rating because of its ability to provide an equal learning environment for everyone. The course options are flexible, and caters to many different post high school plans.
3.0 Senior
10/7/2022
Kettering is a relatively all inclusive school, but there are a lot of instances that go untouched or unnoticed by administration. I have had my principal lie about very serious events going on around the school and lie to me and a few other students about something he said he'd take action on. The crowd that I hangout with however has made my high school experience pretty good. I am part of the teacher and choir programs here and the teachers are outstanding. So within the chaos there are some hidden gems.
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4.0 9 Reviews
5.0 parent
9/12/2017
We have had a student at WKHS for two years now. The AP classes, academic center, tutoring programs and music programs have been amazing! This school offers a variety of activities all year long and the support needed to accomplish our child's current and long term goals. Taking AP classes to get co...
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5.0 other
10/30/2016
3rd kid going to Kettering. One had an IEP the other two did not. Through special Ed to sports they have great programs for all levels.
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5.0 other
9/22/2016
There are many opportunities for students at Kettering, from AP classes to sports & clubs. The Robotics program is awesome, the football stadium is amazing and the Pool & Fitness center located here is an asset to our whole community. Our current principal is a champion for his students and the staf...
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5.0 other
3/4/2016
After attending here and graduating, I can say that it was a positive experience. Teachers are well educated and will offer help when you ask for it. As always there are some kids who are trouble, but hey that's high school for you. Very safe and positive environment.
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