For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,397 students in 49006, MI (there are , 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 5/10, 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 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (2025-26)
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 | 564 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 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 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 | 1,651 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 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 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
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 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
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 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
49006, Michigan 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Kresa West Campus (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
4606 Croyden Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 373-3260
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 373-3260
Gr: Inquire with school
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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