For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 748 students in 49048, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 49048, MI are Youth Center School, Comstock Compass High School and Valley Center School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49048 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49048, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49048 have a Graduation Rate of 53%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Comstock High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49048, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Youth Center School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1424 Gull Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 270-8252
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 270-8252
Gr: 5-12 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Comstock Compass High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3010 Gull Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8930
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8930
Gr: PK-12 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Valley Center School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3122 Lake St
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-9773
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-9773
Gr: 1-12 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Comstock High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2107 N 26th St
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8700
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8700
Gr: 9-12 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
Kalamazoo County Juvenile Home Youth Center School
Alternative School
1424 Gull Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 337-0067
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 337-0067
Gr: 6-12
49048, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 49048, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 49048, MI include Youth Center School, Comstock Compass High School and Valley Center School.
How many public high schools are located in 49048?
5 public high schools are located in 49048.
What is the racial composition of students in 49048?
49048 public high schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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