For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,503 students in 49006, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 81 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 49006, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 49006, MI are Kalamazoo Central High School, Hillside Middle School and Kingwestwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49006 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 48% statewide average). Schools in 49006, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 49006, MI Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kalamazoo Central High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2432 North Drake Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 337-0300
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 337-0300
Grades: 9-12
| 1,803 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Hillside Middle School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1941 Alamo Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 337-0570
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 337-0570
Grades: 6-8
| 516 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Kingwestwood Elementary School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1100 Nichols Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 337-0610
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 337-0610
Grades: PK-5
| 570 students
Rank: #44.
Indian Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3546 Grand Prairie Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 337-0590
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 337-0590
Grades: PK-3
| 246 students
Rank: #55.
Arcadia Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
932 Boswell Ln
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 337-0530
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 337-0530
Grades: PK-5
| 368 students
Rank: n/an/a
Kalamazoo Resa West Campusecse
Special Education School
4606 Croyden Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 250-9678
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 250-9678
Grades: PK-1
| 0 students
49006, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49006, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49006, MI include Kalamazoo Central High School, Hillside Middle School and Kingwestwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49006, MI?
6 public schools are located in 49006, MI.
What percentage of students in 49006, MI go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 49006, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49006, MI?
49006, MI public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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