High Schools in Kalamazoo Public Schools

The Kalamazoo Public Schools district in Michigan is home to 5 high schools, serving students in grades 9-12. These schools include Loy Norrix High School, Kalamazoo Central High School, Phoenix Alternative High School, Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program, and Transition Services.

Among the Kalamazoo high schools, Kalamazoo Central High School stands out as the highest-ranked, at 232 out of 743 Michigan high schools. It boasts the district's highest 4-year graduation rate at 76.5% and the lowest dropout rate at 12.1%. Loy Norrix High School is the second-highest ranked at 272, with a 73.1% 4-year graduation rate. Both Kalamazoo Central and Loy Norrix outperform the district and state averages in several academic measures, including M-Step Science, M-Step Social Studies, and SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing.

In contrast, Phoenix Alternative High School and Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program face significant challenges, with lower academic performance, graduation rates, and higher dropout rates compared to the district and state. These specialized schools serve unique student populations and may require additional support and resources to address their students' needs and improve educational outcomes. The data also suggests potential equity concerns, as schools with higher percentages of African American and economically disadvantaged students tend to have lower academic and graduation outcomes.