For the 2026 school year, there are 20 public high schools serving 5,379 students in Kalamazoo, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in Kalamazoo, MI are Kalamazoo Covenant Academy, Youth Center School and Comstock Compass High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kalamazoo, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Kalamazoo have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Kalamazoo, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 63%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Parchment High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Kalamazoo, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Kalamazoo Covenant Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 W Crosstown Pkwy
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 888-2700
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 888-2700
Gr: 9-12 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Youth Center School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1424 Gull Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 270-8252
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 270-8252
Gr: 5-12 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
Comstock Compass High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3010 Gull Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8930
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8930
Gr: PK-12 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Valley Center School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3122 Lake St
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-9773
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-9773
Gr: 1-12 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #55.
Youth Advancement Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6750 Chime St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 443-7740
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 443-7740
Gr: 7-12 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #66.
Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3333 S Westnedge Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 548-0190
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 548-0190
Gr: 9-12 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #77.
Parchment High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1916 E G Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1100
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1100
Gr: 8-12 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #88.
Loy Norrix High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
606 E Kilgore Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0200
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,785 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #99.
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: #1010.
Comstock High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2107 N 26th St
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8700
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8700
Gr: 9-12 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #1111.
Parchment Innovation Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1125 E Mosel Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1470
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1470
Gr: 6-12 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 40:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #1212.
Phoenix Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1411 Oakland Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0760
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0760
Gr: 9-12 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: n/an/a
Boys To Men Group Home
Alternative School
6025 Litchfield Ln
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 254-8444
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 254-8444
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
The Epic Center
Vocational School
359 S Kalamazoo Mall, Ste 201
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 250-9390
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 250-9390
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
600 W Vine St
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0004
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0004
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Kalamazoo County Juvenile Home Youth Center School
Alternative School
1424 Gull Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 337-0067
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 337-0067
Gr: 6-12
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%
Rank: n/an/a
Lets Talk About It Girls Home
Alternative School
1004 Conant St
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(248) 431-1371
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(248) 431-1371
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
Lets Talk About It Home For Young Men
Alternative School
1004 Conant St
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(248) 431-1371
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(248) 431-1371
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
Transition Services
Special Education School
1411 Oakland Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0161
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0161
Gr: 9-12 | 17 students Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Kalamazoo, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in Kalamazoo, MI include Kalamazoo Covenant Academy, Youth Center School and Comstock Compass High School.
How many public high schools are located in Kalamazoo?
20 public high schools are located in Kalamazoo.
What is the racial composition of students in Kalamazoo?
Kalamazoo public high schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Kalamazoo are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Kalamazoo include: Kalamazoo Central High School vs. Loy Norrix High School, Loy Norrix High School vs. Kalamazoo Central High School, Phoenix Alternative High School vs. Loy Norrix High School
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