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 Central Elementary School, Parchment High School and Parchment Northwood 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 19% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), 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 Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Parchment Central Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
516 N Orient St
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1000
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1000
Gr: PK-3 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Parchment High School
(Math: 25-29% | 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
Gr: 8-12 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Parchment Northwood Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 Edison St
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1300
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1300
Gr: PK-3 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Parchment Innovation Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1125 E Mosel Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1470
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1470
Gr: 6-12 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #55.
Parchment North Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5535 Keyes Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1400
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1400
Gr: 4-5 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #66.
Parchment Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
307 N Riverview Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1200
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1200
Gr: 6-8 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #77.
Spring Valley Center For Exploration
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49004, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49004, MI include Parchment Central Elementary School, Parchment High School and Parchment Northwood 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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