For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,822 students in 49004, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 49004, MI are Parchment Innovation Center, Parchment High School and Parchment Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49004 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49004, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49004, MI 51爆料s (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Parchment Innovation Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1125 E Mosel Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1470
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1470
Grades: 6-12
| 120 students
Rank: #22.
Parchment High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1916 E G Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1100
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1100
Grades: 8-12
| 414 students
Rank: #33.
Parchment Central Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
516 N Orient St
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1000
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1000
Grades: PK-3
| 286 students
Rank: #44.
Parchment Northwood Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 Edison St
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1300
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1300
Grades: PK-3
| 168 students
Rank: #55.
Parchment North Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5535 Keyes Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1400
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1400
Grades: 4-5
| 244 students
Rank: #66.
Parchment Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
307 N Riverview Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1200
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1200
Grades: 6-8
| 334 students
Rank: #77.
Spring Valley Center For Exploration
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3530 Mount Olivet Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 337-0750
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 337-0750
Grades: PK-5
| 256 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49004, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49004, MI include Parchment Innovation Center, Parchment High School and Parchment Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49004?
7 public schools are located in 49004.
What is the racial composition of students in 49004?
49004 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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