Redefining Elementary Boundaries: How Kentwood Public Schools Used Location Analytics to Rebalance Enrollment

Shifting enrollment. Uneven building use. Big decisions.  

Whether your district is experiencing growth, declining enrollment, or changing neighborhood patterns, one thing is clear: your current school boundaries may no longer make sense.  

Join Kentwood Public Schools’ leadership for a behind-the-scenes look at how they rebalanced their elementary schools, using data to inform tough calls, bring stakeholders along, and plan for the future.  

In this session, you’ll learn:  

• How Kentwood identified building imbalances and acted before issues escalated   

• What data they used: demographics, housing trends, transfer patterns, and more  

• How Location Analytics helped visualize scenarios and guide decision-making  

• Tips for navigating sensitive conversations around redistricting and transparency  

Why Watch?  

Kentwood’s story isn’t just about growth. It’s about adapting to change with clarity and confidence. If you’re weighing building utilization, staffing shifts, or equity concerns, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.