Serving 1,785 students in grades 9-12, Loy Norrix High School ranks in the top 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 26% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,785 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 73% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Loy Norrix High School serves the southern part of Kalamazoo, MI, with an attendance zone covering approximately 31.5 square miles. Families within this area typically live about 10-12 minutes from the school, and the furthest distance to the zone's edge is around 9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loy Norrix High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Loy Norrix High School's student population of 1,785 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,785 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1961
School Motto
Every child. Every opportunity. Every time.
School Rankings
Loy Norrix High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Loy Norrix High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1352 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
73%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loy Norrix High School's ranking?
Loy Norrix High School is ranked #1352 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Loy Norrix High School often compared to?
Loy Norrix High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kalamazoo Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Loy Norrix High School?
The graduation rate of Loy Norrix High School is 73%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Loy Norrix High School?
1,785 students attend Loy Norrix High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Loy Norrix High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loy Norrix High School?
Loy Norrix High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Loy Norrix High School offer ?
Loy Norrix High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Loy Norrix High School part of?
Loy Norrix High School is part of Kalamazoo School District.
In what neighborhood is Loy Norrix High School located?
Loy Norrix High School is located in the Milwood neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Milwood.
School Reviews
3 10/10/2025
I went to Loy Norrix for 4 years. I will say, if a student did not sign up to take any advanced placement or honors level classes, they will get a relatively easy education that doesn't necessarily prepare you to have the kinds of study habits you must have to succeed in college but the great thing about Loy Norrix is YOU HAVE THAT CHOICE. Take advanced placement and honors courses. The teachers there are AWESOME. They care about your success and wellbeing. They help you prepare for college; they help you sign up for opportunities to get scholarships, all students take their first attempt at the ACT for free, help you get assistance if you don't have the money to pay app fees for college, the school cares about their students, I could go on and on. Loy Norrix was a wonderful school to go to. It taught me acceptance and hard work.
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