For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,122 students in 49001, MI (there are , serving 139 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 49001, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 49001, MI are Kalamazoo Covenant Academy, Greenwood Elementary School and Parkwoodupjohn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49001 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49001, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49001, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Greenwood Elementary School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3501 Moreland St
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0560
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0560
Gr: PK-3 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Parkwoodupjohn Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2321 S Park St
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0720
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0720
Gr: PK-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
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 | 1,767 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #55.
Milwood Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2916 Konkle St
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0670
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0670
Gr: 6-8 | 703 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #66.
Milwood Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3400 Lovers Ln
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0660
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0660
Gr: PK-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #77.
Edison Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
831 Lake St
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0550
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0550
Gr: PK-5 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #88.
Washington Writers Academy
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1919 Portage St
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0770
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0770
Gr: PK-5 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
49001, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3122 Lake Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0630
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0630
Gr: K-3 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
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What are the top-ranked public schools in 49001, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49001, MI include Kalamazoo Covenant Academy, Greenwood Elementary School and Parkwoodupjohn Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49001?
8 public schools are located in 49001.
What percentage of students in 49001 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 49001 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49001?
49001 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
