For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 723 students in 49048, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 49048, MI are Youth Center School, Comstock Compass High School and Valley Center School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49048 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49048, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49048 have a Graduation Rate of 45%, which is less than the Michigan average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Comstock High School, with 65-69% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 49048, MI Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Youth Center School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1424 Gull Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 270-8252
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 270-8252
Grades: 5-12
| 43 students
Rank: #22.
Comstock Compass High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3010 Gull Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8930
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8930
Grades: K-12
| 270 students
Rank: #33.
Valley Center School
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3122 Lake St
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-9773
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-9773
Grades: 1-12
| 32 students
Rank: #44.
Comstock High School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2107 N 26th St
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8700
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8700
Grades: 9-12
| 378 students
Rank: n/an/a
Kalamazoo County Juvenile Home Youth Center School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1424 Gull Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 337-0067
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 337-0067
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
49048, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
175 Hunt St
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8560
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8560
Grades: 1-5
| 243 students
3010 Gull Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 388-9477
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 388-9477
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
3100 North 26th St
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8550
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8550
Grades: PK-5
| 280 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 49048, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 49048, MI include Youth Center School, Comstock Compass High School and Valley Center School.
How many public high schools are located in 49048?
5 public high schools are located in 49048.
What is the racial composition of students in 49048?
49048 public high schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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