Kalamazoo Public Schools

District Overview
Headquartered at 1220 Howard Street in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Kalamazoo Public Schools serves as an active, comprehensive public school district deeply rooted in a vibrant small-city setting within the Kalamazoo-Portage metropolitan area. Operating 31 public schools, the district provides a continuous educational pathway for more than 12,200 students ranging from prekindergarten through the twelfth grade. From foundational early childhood and primary instruction to robust secondary academic offerings, the district offers an inclusive learning environment designed to support students across every stage of their academic journey.

To ensure high-quality instruction and a supportive learning environment, the district relies on a strong professional workforce totaling nearly 3,456 full-time equivalent staff members. This dedicated team includes approximately 1,387 full-time equivalent teachers, over 166 instructional aides, and more than 1,900 support personnel who oversee student services, administrative functions, and operational safety. Serving a richly diverse community—including significant Black, White, multiracial, and Hispanic student populations—Kalamazoo Public Schools leverages its extensive staffing network and community resources to advance student achievement, equity, and long-term success throughout southwestern Michigan.
31
Total Schools
12,273
Total Students
1,386.8
Full-Time Teachers
8.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Kalamazoo Public Schools
Demographic Student Count
White4,430
Hispanic1,257
Black4,563
Asian173
Two or More1,715
American Indian120
Pacific Islander15
  • Black
    4,563 (37.2%)
  • White
    4,430 (36.1%)
  • Two or More
    1,715 (14.0%)
  • Hispanic
    1,257 (10.2%)
  • Asian
    173 (1.4%)
  • American Indian
    120 (1.0%)
  • Pacific Islander
    15 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Kalamazoo Public Schools
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary17
Middle4
High10
Other0
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:31
Students:12,273*
Teachers (FTE):1,386.8*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:8.8
Schools in Kalamazoo Public Schools
Found 31 Schools