For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 373 students in 49008, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 49008, MI are Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program and Phoenix Alternative High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49008 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49008, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49008 have a Graduation Rate of 37%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Transition Services, with ≥50% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49008, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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
600 W Vine St
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0004
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-0004
Gr: 9-12
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 49008, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 49008, MI include Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program and Phoenix Alternative High School.
How many public high schools are located in 49008?
5 public high schools are located in 49008.
What is the racial composition of students in 49008?
49008 public high schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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