For the 2024 school year, there are 92 public schools serving 34,056 students in Kalamazoo County, MI (there are 23 private schools, serving 3,614 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Kalamazoo County, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in Kalamazoo County, MI are Portage Central Middle School, Portage West Middle School and Moorsbridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kalamazoo County, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 48% statewide average). Schools in Kalamazoo County have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Kalamazoo County (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Portage Central Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8305 South Westnedge Ave
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-5600
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-5600
Grades: 6-8
| 729 students
Rank: #22.
Portage West Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7145 Moors Bridge Rd
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-5800
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-5800
Grades: 6-8
| 653 students
Rank: #33.
Moorsbridge Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7361 Moors Bridge Rd
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6400
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6400
Grades: PK-5
| 585 students
Rank: #44.
Portage Central High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8135 South Westnedge Ave
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-5200
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-5200
Grades: 9-12
| 1,424 students
Rank: #55.
Winchell Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 69% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2316 Winchell Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0780
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0780
Grades: PK-5
| 474 students
Rank: #66.
Schoolcraft Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
611 East Clay St
Schoolcraft, MI 49087
(269) 488-7250
Schoolcraft, MI 49087
(269) 488-7250
Grades: PK-3
| 331 students
Rank: #77.
Loy Norrix High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
606 East Kilgore Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0200
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0200
Grades: 9-12
| 1,807 students
Rank: #88.
Alamo Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8184 North 6th St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 694-7603
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 694-7603
Grades: K-5
| 279 students
Rank: #99.
Indian Lake Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11901 South 30th St
Vicksburg, MI 49097
(269) 321-1400
Vicksburg, MI 49097
(269) 321-1400
Grades: PK-5
| 265 students
Rank: #1010.
Valley Center School
Special Education School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3122 Lake St
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-9773
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-9773
Grades: 1-12
| 31 students
Rank: #1111.
Stem Academy
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
175 Hunt St
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8907
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8907
Grades: K-8
| 269 students
Rank: #1212.
Portage Northern High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1000 Idaho Ave
Portage, MI 49024
(616) 323-5400
Portage, MI 49024
(616) 323-5400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,289 students
Rank: #1313.
Tobey Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8551 Long Lake Dr E
Scotts, MI 49088
(269) 321-1600
Scotts, MI 49088
(269) 321-1600
Grades: PK-5
| 347 students
Rank: #14 - 1514. - 15.
Gull Lake High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7753 North 34th St
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 548-3505
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 548-3505
Grades: 8-12
| 849 students
Rank: #14 - 1514. - 15.
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: #1616.
Schoolcraft Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
747 East Clay St
Schoolcraft, MI 49087
(269) 488-7300
Schoolcraft, MI 49087
(269) 488-7300
Grades: 4-6
| 239 students
Rank: #1717.
Schoolcraft High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
551 Lyons
Schoolcraft, MI 49087
(269) 488-7350
Schoolcraft, MI 49087
(269) 488-7350
Grades: 7-12
| 478 students
Rank: #18 - 1918. - 19.
Gull Lake Virtual Partnership
Alternative School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
315 Hutchinson Rd
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 548-3430
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 548-3430
Grades: K-12
| 303 students
Rank: #18 - 1918. - 19.
Vicksburg High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
501 East Highway St
Vicksburg, MI 49097
(269) 321-1100
Vicksburg, MI 49097
(269) 321-1100
Grades: 9-12
| 777 students
Rank: #20 - 2120. - 21.
12th Street Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6501 South 12th St
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6900
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6900
Grades: PK-5
| 571 students
Rank: #20 - 2120. - 21.
Woodsedge Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1501 E Milham Road
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9414
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9414
Grades: PK-12
| 202 students
Rank: #2222.
Thomas M Ryan Intermediate School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9562 East M89
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 548-3705
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 548-3705
Grades: 3-5
| 648 students
Rank: #2323.
Portage North Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1100 W Milham Ave
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-5700
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-5700
Grades: 6-8
| 541 students
Rank: #24 - 2624. - 26.
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: #24 - 2624. - 26.
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: #24 - 2624. - 26.
Maple Street Magnet School For The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
922 West Maple St
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0730
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0730
Grades: 6-8
| 842 students
Rank: #2727.
Milwood Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2916 Konkle St
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0670
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0670
Grades: 6-8
| 688 students
Rank: #2828.
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: #29 - 3629. - 36.
Augusta Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 West Michigan
Augusta, MI 49012
(269) 731-5454
Augusta, MI 49012
(269) 731-5454
Grades: K-6
| 38 students
Rank: #29 - 3629. - 36.
Gull Lake Gateway Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10100 East D Avenue
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 548-3422
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 548-3422
Grades: 9-12
| 36 students
Rank: #29 - 3629. - 36.
Kalamazoo Covenant Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 W Crosstown Parkway
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 888-2700
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 888-2700
Grades: 9-12
| 117 students
Rank: #29 - 3629. - 36.
Lake Center Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10011 Portage Rd
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-6355
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-6355
Grades: PK-5
| 539 students
Rank: #29 - 3629. - 36.
Parchment Innovation Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1125 East Mosel Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1470
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1470
Grades: 9-12
| 54 students
Rank: #29 - 3629. - 36.
Phoenix Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1411 Oakland Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0760
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0760
Grades: 9-12
| 164 students
Rank: #29 - 3629. - 36.
Portage Community High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1010 West Milham Ave
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6700
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6700
Grades: 9-12
| 134 students
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Kalamazoo County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Adult And Community Ed Building Elementary School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
301 South Kalamazoo St
Vicksburg, MI 49097
(269) 321-1020
Vicksburg, MI 49097
(269) 321-1020
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Alternative Learning Program (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
3410 Laird Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0540
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0540
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Bedford Communityfamily Learning Center (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
315 Hutchinson Road
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 548-3418
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 548-3418
Grades: K-12
| 26 students
Ceyfphoenix High School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
714 S. Westnedge Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 384-0433
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 384-0433
Grades: 7-12
| 229 students
372 S. Main Street
Climax, MI 49034
(269) 746-2200
Climax, MI 49034
(269) 746-2200
Grades: 4-6
| 133 students
175 Hunt St
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8560
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8560
Grades: 1-5
| 243 students
3010 Gull Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 388-9477
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 388-9477
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Evergreen Academy (Closed 2021)
Charter School
2121 Hudson Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 488-6324
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 488-6324
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
600 West Michigan Ave
Augusta, MI 49012
(269) 484-2030
Augusta, MI 49012
(269) 484-2030
Grades: 4-5
| n/a students
Great Lakes Exploration Academy (Closed 2021)
Charter School
6200 West Kalamazoo Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(312) 226-3355
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(312) 226-3355
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
7753 North 34th St
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 488-5000
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 488-5000
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
11775 East D Ave
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 488-5000
Richland, MI 49083
(269) 488-5000
Grades: PK
| n/a students
John F. Kennedy Center School (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
1411 Oakland Drive
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0600
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0600
Grades: PK
| 162 students
Kalamazoo Adult Education (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
714 South Westnedge Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 337-0422
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 337-0422
Grades: 3-12
| n/a students
Kalamazoo Advantage Academy (Closed 2009)
Charter School
121 W. South Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 345-7850
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 345-7850
Grades: K-8
| 274 students
Kalamazoo Resa - Local-based Speced Programs (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
1819 East Milham Rd
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9323
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9323
Grades: K-12
| 4 students
422 E South St
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 250-9852
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 250-9852
Grades: PK
| n/a students
3410 Laird Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 250-9678
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 250-9678
Grades: PK
| n/a students
1225 W Paterson St
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 250-9852
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 250-9852
Grades: PK
| n/a students
321 W South St
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9855
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9855
Grades: PK
| n/a students
1912 Birch
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9855
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9855
Grades: PK
| n/a students
1316 Barney Rd
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9855
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9855
Grades: PK
| n/a students
325 E Centre Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 250-9852
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 250-9852
Grades: PK
| n/a students
936 Lake St
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 250-9852
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 250-9852
Grades: PK
| n/a students
5177 W Main St
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9855
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9855
Grades: PK
| n/a 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
Lakeside Academy (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
3921 Oakland Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 381-4760
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 381-4760
Grades: 6-12
| 104 students
Lakeside Charter School Kalamazoo (Closed 2021)
Charter School
3921 Oakland Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 381-4760
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 381-4760
Grades: 4-12
| n/a students
3122 Lake Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0630
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0630
Grades: K-3
| 128 students
Navigator Academy (Closed 2005)
Charter School
1340 Cobb Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 384-6064
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 384-6064
Grades: K-6
| 67 students
3100 North 26th St
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8550
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8550
Grades: PK-5
| 280 students
3410 Laird Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0710
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0710
Grades: PK-3
| 177 students
Reach And Teach (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
Po Box 1748
Portage, MI 49081
(269) 276-9036
Portage, MI 49081
(269) 276-9036
Grades: Inquire with school
| 52 students
1340 Cobb Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 276-9036
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 276-9036
Grades: 7-12
| 54 students
300 East Cass St
Schoolcraft, MI 49087
(269) 488-7200
Schoolcraft, MI 49087
(269) 488-7200
Grades: PK-K
| 85 students
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Kalamazoo County, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Kalamazoo County, MI include Portage Central Middle School, Portage West Middle School and Moorsbridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Kalamazoo County, MI?
92 public schools are located in Kalamazoo County, MI.
What percentage of students in Kalamazoo County, MI go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Kalamazoo County, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Kalamazoo County, MI?
Kalamazoo County, MI public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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