Kalamazoo Central High School

2432 N Drake Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 1,612 students in grades 9-12, Kalamazoo Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,612 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : 78% (Btm 50% in MI)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : 38% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Kalamazoo Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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School Overview

Kalamazoo Central High School's student population of 1,612 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,612 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
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School Rankings

Kalamazoo Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kalamazoo Central High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1554 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Kalamazoo Central High School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
28%
34%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Kalamazoo Central High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
47%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Kalamazoo Central High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
38%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
2%
3%
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Hispanic
10%
9%
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Black
43%
18%
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White
33%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.69
This chart displays the diversity score of Kalamazoo Central High School and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
78%
81%
This chart displays graduation rate of Kalamazoo Central High School and public school graduation rate of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
49%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Kalamazoo Central High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kalamazoo Central High School's ranking?
Kalamazoo Central High School is ranked #1554 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Kalamazoo Central High School often compared to?
Kalamazoo Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loy Norrix High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kalamazoo Central High School?
The graduation rate of Kalamazoo Central High School is 78%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Kalamazoo Central High School?
1,612 students attend Kalamazoo Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Kalamazoo Central High School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kalamazoo Central High School?
Kalamazoo Central High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kalamazoo Central High School offer ?
Kalamazoo Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kalamazoo Central High School part of?
Kalamazoo Central High School is part of Kalamazoo School District.
In what neighborhood is Kalamazoo Central High School located?
Kalamazoo Central High School is located in the Westwood neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Westwood.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,612 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : 78% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : 38% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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