For the 2024-25 school year, there are 91 public schools serving 34,042 students in Kalamazoo County, MI (there are 26 private schools, serving 3,808 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Kalamazoo County, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Kalamazoo County, MI are Indian Lake Elementary School, Portage Central High School and Alamo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kalamazoo County, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Kalamazoo County have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Kalamazoo County (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Indian Lake Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11901 S 30th St
Vicksburg, MI 49097
(269) 321-1400
Vicksburg, MI 49097
(269) 321-1400
Grades: PK-5
| 285 students
Rank: #22.
Portage Central High School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8135 S Westnedge Ave
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-5200
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-5200
Grades: 9-12
| 1,420 students
Rank: #33.
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: #44.
Moorsbridge Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7361 Moorsbridge Rd
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6400
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6400
Grades: PK-5
| 608 students
Rank: #55.
Portage West Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7145 Moors Bridge Rd
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-5800
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-5800
Grades: 6-8
| 679 students
Rank: #66.
Stem Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
175 Hunt St
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8907
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8907
Grades: K-8
| 260 students
Rank: #77.
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: #88.
Schoolcraft High School
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
551 E Lyons St
Schoolcraft, MI 49087
(269) 488-7350
Schoolcraft, MI 49087
(269) 488-7350
Grades: 7-12
| 499 students
Rank: #99.
Thomas M Ryan Intermediate School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9562 M 89
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 548-3705
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 548-3705
Grades: 3-5
| 655 students
Rank: #1010.
Schoolcraft Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
747 E Clay St
Schoolcraft, MI 49087
(269) 488-7300
Schoolcraft, MI 49087
(269) 488-7300
Grades: 4-6
| 237 students
Rank: #1111.
Gull Lake High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7753 N 34th St
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 548-3505
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 548-3505
Grades: 8-12
| 850 students
Rank: #1212.
Schoolcraft Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
611 E Clay St
Schoolcraft, MI 49087
(269) 488-7250
Schoolcraft, MI 49087
(269) 488-7250
Grades: PK-3
| 335 students
Rank: #1313.
Portage Northern High School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1000 Idaho Ave
Portage, MI 49024
(616) 323-5400
Portage, MI 49024
(616) 323-5400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,252 students
Rank: #1414.
Tobey Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8551 Long Lake Dr E
Scotts, MI 49088
(269) 321-1600
Scotts, MI 49088
(269) 321-1600
Grades: PK-5
| 370 students
Rank: #1515.
Woodsedge Learning Center
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1501 E Milham Ave
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9414
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9414
Grades: PK-12
| 220 students
Rank: #1616.
12th Street Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6501 S 12th St
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6900
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6900
Grades: PK-5
| 574 students
Rank: #1717.
Gull Lake Virtual Partnership
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
315 Hutchinson Rd
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 548-3430
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 548-3430
Grades: K-12
| 304 students
Rank: #1818.
Kingwestwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1100 Nichols Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 337-0610
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 337-0610
Grades: PK-5
| 591 students
Rank: #1919.
Gull Lake Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9550 M 89
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 548-3605
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 548-3605
Grades: 4-8
| 691 students
Rank: #2020.
Vicksburg High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
501 E Highway St
Vicksburg, MI 49097
(269) 321-1088
Vicksburg, MI 49097
(269) 321-1088
Grades: 9-12
| 728 students
Rank: #2121.
Portage Central Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8305 S Westnedge Ave
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-5600
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-5600
Grades: 6-8
| 740 students
Rank: #22 - 2422. - 24.
Gull Lake Gateway Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10100 E D Ave
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 548-3422
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 548-3422
Grades: 9-12
| 33 students
Rank: #22 - 2422. - 24.
Kalamazoo Covenant Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 W Crosstown Pkwy
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 888-2700
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 888-2700
Grades: 9-12
| 132 students
Rank: #22 - 2422. - 24.
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: #25 - 2725. - 27.
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: #25 - 2725. - 27.
Parchment Innovation Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1125 E Mosel Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1470
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1470
Grades: 7-12
| 99 students
Rank: #25 - 2725. - 27.
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: #2828.
Vicksburg Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
348 E Prairie St
Vicksburg, MI 49097
(269) 321-1300
Vicksburg, MI 49097
(269) 321-1300
Grades: 6-8
| 582 students
Rank: #2929.
Lake Center Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10011 Portage Rd
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-6355
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-6355
Grades: PK-5
| 529 students
Rank: #3030.
Amberly Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6637 Amberly St
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-5900
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-5900
Grades: PK-5
| 526 students
Rank: #3131.
Parchment High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1916 E G Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1100
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1100
Grades: 8-12
| 434 students
Rank: #3232.
Angling Road Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5340 Angling Rd
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6000
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6000
Grades: PK-5
| 370 students
Rank: #3333.
Youth Advancement Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6750 Chime St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 443-7740
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 443-7740
Grades: 7-12
| 29 students
Rank: #34 - 3534. - 35.
Climaxscotts Virtual Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
372 S Main St
Climax, MI 49034
(269) 746-2401
Climax, MI 49034
(269) 746-2401
Grades: 5-12
| 37 students
Rank: #34 - 3534. - 35.
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
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Kalamazoo County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Adult And Community Ed Building Elementary School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
301 South Kalamazoo St
Vicksburg, MI 49097
(269) 321-1020
Vicksburg, MI 49097
(269) 321-1020
Grades: 9-12
| n/a 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
Bedford Communityfamily Learning Center (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
315 Hutchinson Road
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 548-3418
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 548-3418
Grades: K-12
| 26 students
Ceyfphoenix High School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
714 S. Westnedge Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 384-0433
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 384-0433
Grades: 7-12
| 229 students
372 S. Main Street
Climax, MI 49034
(269) 746-2200
Climax, MI 49034
(269) 746-2200
Grades: 4-6
| 133 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
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
600 West Michigan Ave
Augusta, MI 49012
(269) 484-2030
Augusta, MI 49012
(269) 484-2030
Grades: 4-5
| n/a 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
7753 North 34th St
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 488-5000
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 488-5000
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
11775 East D Ave
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 488-5000
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 488-5000
Grades: PK
| 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
Kalamazoo Adult Education (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
714 South Westnedge Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 337-0422
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 337-0422
Grades: 3-12
| n/a students
Kalamazoo Advantage Academy (Closed 2009)
Charter School
121 W. South Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 345-7850
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 345-7850
Grades: K-8
| 274 students
Kalamazoo Resa - Local-based Speced Programs (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
1819 East Milham Rd
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9323
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9323
Grades: K-12
| 4 students
422 E South St
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 250-9852
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 250-9852
Grades: PK
| n/a students
3410 Laird Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 250-9678
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 250-9678
Grades: PK
| n/a students
1225 W Paterson St
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 250-9852
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 250-9852
Grades: PK
| n/a students
321 W South St
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9855
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9855
Grades: PK
| n/a students
1912 Birch
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9855
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9855
Grades: PK
| n/a students
1316 Barney Rd
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9855
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9855
Grades: PK
| n/a students
325 E Centre Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 250-9852
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 250-9852
Grades: PK
| n/a students
936 Lake St
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 250-9852
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 250-9852
Grades: PK
| n/a students
5177 W Main St
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9855
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9855
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Kresa West Campus (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
4606 Croyden Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 373-3260
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 373-3260
Grades: Inquire with school
| 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
3122 Lake Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0630
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0630
Grades: K-3
| 128 students
Navigator Academy (Closed 2005)
Charter School
1340 Cobb Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 384-6064
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 384-6064
Grades: K-6
| 67 students
3100 North 26th St
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8550
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8550
Grades: PK-5
| 280 students
3410 Laird Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0710
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0710
Grades: PK-3
| 177 students
Reach And Teach (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
Po Box 1748
Portage, MI 49081
(269) 276-9036
Portage, MI 49081
(269) 276-9036
Grades: Inquire with school
| 52 students
1340 Cobb Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 276-9036
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 276-9036
Grades: 7-12
| 54 students
300 East Cass St
Schoolcraft, MI 49087
(269) 488-7200
Schoolcraft, MI 49087
(269) 488-7200
Grades: PK-K
| 85 students
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Kalamazoo County, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Kalamazoo County, MI include Indian Lake Elementary School, Portage Central High School and Alamo Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Kalamazoo County?
91 public schools are located in Kalamazoo County.
What percentage of students in Kalamazoo County go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Kalamazoo County are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Kalamazoo County?
Kalamazoo County public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 36% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Kalamazoo County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Kalamazoo County include: Portage Central High School vs. Portage Northern High School, Kalamazoo Central High School vs. Loy Norrix High School, Portage Northern High School vs. Portage Central High School
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