Serving 51 students in grades 5-12, Youth Center School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Youth Center School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Youth Center School's student population of 51 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
51 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency exists to transform lives by inspiring educational excellence.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Youth Center School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
48%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
16:1
Black
84%
18%
White
10%
63%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Youth Center School?
The graduation rate of Youth Center School is 20%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Youth Center School?
51 students attend Youth Center School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Youth Center School students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Youth Center School?
Youth Center School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Youth Center School offer ?
Youth Center School offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Youth Center School part of?
Youth Center School is part of Kalamazoo RESA School District.
In what neighborhood is Youth Center School located?
Youth Center School is located in the Eastside neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Eastside.
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