For the 2024-25 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 3,989 students in 49008, MI (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,629 private students). 71% of all K-12 students in 49008, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 49008, MI are Winchell Elementary School, Phoenix Alternative High School and Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49008 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49008, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49008, MI Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Winchell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2316 Winchell Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0780
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0780
Grades: PK-5
| 483 students
Rank: #22.
Phoenix Alternative High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1411 Oakland Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0760
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0760
Grades: 9-12
| 219 students
Rank: #33.
Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3410 Laird Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 548-0190
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 548-0190
Grades: 9-12
| 110 students
Rank: #44.
Maple Street Magnet School For The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
922 W Maple St
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0730
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0730
Grades: 6-8
| 860 students
Rank: #55.
Linden Grove Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4241 Arboretum Pkwy
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-1740
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-1740
Grades: 6-8
| 705 students
Rank: #66.
Woods Lake Elementarya Magnet Center For The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3215 Oakland Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0790
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0790
Grades: PK-5
| 566 students
Rank: #77.
El Sol Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
604 W Vine St
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0230
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0230
Grades: K-5
| 351 students
Rank: #88.
Paramount Charter Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3624 S Westnedge Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 553-6400
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 553-6400
Grades: PK-8
| 379 students
Rank: #99.
Edison Environmental Science Academy
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3333 S Westnedge Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0550
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0550
Grades: PK-5
| 287 students
Rank: n/an/a
Kalamazoo Area Math And Science Center
Magnet School
600 W Vine St
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0004
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0004
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Kalamazoo Psychiatric Hospital
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1312 Oakland Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-3000
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-3000
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Lets Talk About It Home For Young Men
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1004 Conant St
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(248) 431-1371
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(248) 431-1371
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Transition Services
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1411 Oakland Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0161
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0161
Grades: 9-12
| 29 students
49008, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Alternative Learning Program (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
3410 Laird Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0540
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0540
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Evergreen Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2121 Hudson Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 488-6324
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 488-6324
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
John F. Kennedy Center School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1411 Oakland Drive
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0600
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0600
Grades: PK
| 162 students
3410 Laird Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 250-9678
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 250-9678
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Lakeside Academy (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
3921 Oakland Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 381-4760
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 381-4760
Grades: 6-12
| 104 students
Lakeside Charter School Kalamazoo (Closed 2023)
Charter School
3921 Oakland Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 381-4760
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 381-4760
Grades: 4-12
| n/a students
3410 Laird Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0710
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0710
Grades: PK-3
| 177 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49008, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49008, MI include Winchell Elementary School, Phoenix Alternative High School and Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program.
How many public schools are located in 49008?
13 public schools are located in 49008.
What percentage of students in 49008 go to public school?
71% of all K-12 students in 49008 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49008?
49008 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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