Kalamazoo Central High School serves 1,803 students in grades 9-12.
Kalamazoo Central High School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,803 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 75% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Kalamazoo Central High School's student population of 1,803 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,803 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kalamazoo Central High School is ranked within the top 20% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
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.
Overall Testing Rank
#519 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
44%
18%
White
32%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #519 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kalamazoo Central High School?
The graduation rate of Kalamazoo Central High School is 75%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kalamazoo Central High School?
1,803 students attend Kalamazoo Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Kalamazoo Central High School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 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 24:1, 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 Public Schools School District.
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