Best Public Schools in Zip Code 49048

The 49048 zip code area is home to 8 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 2 high schools, and 2 alternative schools, all part of the Comstock Public Schools district, except for Northeastern Elementary School and the two alternative schools which are part of the Kalamazoo Public Schools and Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency, respectively.

The standout school in this area is STEM Academy, an elementary/middle school that has consistently ranked among the top in the state, with significantly higher proficiency rates across all subjects compared to the district and state averages. In contrast, other schools in the Comstock district, such as Comstock Elementary, Comstock Middle, and Northeastern Elementary, struggle with very low proficiency rates, often below 20% in English Language Arts and Math.

The data also highlights concerning trends across the district, including high chronic absenteeism rates, particularly at Comstock Compass High School and Comstock Middle School. The alternative schools in the area, such as Comstock Compass High School, Youth Center School, and Valley Center School, also struggle with very low graduation rates and high dropout rates, suggesting a need for more support and resources for these students.