For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,014 students in 49009, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49009, MI are Alamo Elementary School, Cooper Elementary School and Prairie Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49009 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49009, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49009, MI Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Alamo Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8184 N 6th St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 694-7603
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 694-7603
Grades: K-5
| 285 students
Rank: #22.
Cooper Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7559 N 14th St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 349-2674
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 349-2674
Grades: PK-5
| 259 students
Rank: #33.
Prairie Ridge Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2294 S 9th St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 337-0630
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 337-0630
Grades: PK-5
| 470 students
Rank: n/an/a
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Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
6025 Litchfield Ln
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 254-8444
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 254-8444
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
49009, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Great Lakes Exploration Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
6200 West Kalamazoo Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(312) 226-3355
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(312) 226-3355
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49009, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49009, MI include Alamo Elementary School, Cooper Elementary School and Prairie Ridge Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49009?
4 public elementary schools are located in 49009.
What is the racial composition of students in 49009?
49009 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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