For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,270 students in 49006, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 90 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 49006, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 49006, MI are Kingwestwood Elementary School, Indian Prairie Elementary School and Kalamazoo Central High 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 26% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49006, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49006, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kingwestwood Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1100 Nichols Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 337-0610
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 337-0610
Gr: PK-5 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Indian Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3546 Grand Prairie Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 337-0590
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 337-0590
Gr: PK-3 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Kalamazoo Central High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2432 N Drake Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 337-0300
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 337-0300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,613 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #44.
Hillside Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1941 Alamo Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 337-0570
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 337-0570
Gr: 6-8 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #55.
Arcadia Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
932 Boswell Ln
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 337-0530
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 337-0530
Gr: PK-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
Kalamazoo Resa West Campusecse
Special Education School
4606 Croyden Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 250-9678
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 250-9678
Gr: PK-1
Rank: n/an/a
Kalamazoo Resa West Campusyoung Adult Program
Special Education School
4606 Croyden Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 250-9602
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 250-9602
Gr: 6-12 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49006, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49006, MI include Kingwestwood Elementary School, Indian Prairie Elementary School and Kalamazoo Central High School.
How many public schools are located in 49006?
7 public schools are located in 49006.
What percentage of students in 49006 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 49006 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49006?
49006 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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