Loy Norrix High School is a high school located in Kalamazoo, Michigan, serving students from grades nine through twelve. It is one of two high schools in the Kalamazoo Public Schools district. The student body totals at approximately 1,550.
Serving 1,767 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 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
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 (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,767 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- 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%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Loy Norrix High School's student population of 1,767 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,767 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
White, Blue
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 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1352 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
28%
18%
White
41%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
73%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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%.
How many students attend Loy Norrix High School?
1,767 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 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
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 3/26/2020
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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