Comstock Compass High School is an alternative high school in the Comstock Public School District in Kalamazoo, Michigan designed for non-traditional students who have struggled in traditional high school programs.
Serving 309 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Comstock Compass High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 30-34% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Comstock Compass High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Comstock Compass High School's student population of 309 students has grown by 67% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 133% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
309 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1979
School Rankings
Comstock Compass High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Comstock Compass High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#810 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
30%
18%
White
45%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-34%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Comstock Compass High School's ranking?
Comstock Compass High School is ranked #810 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Comstock Compass High School?
The graduation rate of Comstock Compass High School is 30-34%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Comstock Compass High School?
309 students attend Comstock Compass High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Comstock Compass High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Comstock Compass High School?
Comstock Compass High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Comstock Compass High School offer ?
Comstock Compass High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Comstock Compass High School part of?
Comstock Compass High School is part of Comstock School District.
In what neighborhood is Comstock Compass High School located?
Comstock Compass High School is located in the Eastwood neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Eastwood.
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