School Overview
The Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program (KILP) is a specialized educational initiative within the Kalamazoo Public Schools district designed to provide flexible, personalized pathways for students who may not thrive in a traditional classroom setting. The program focuses on academic recovery, credit attainment, and high school completion, offering a supportive environment that prioritizes individual pacing and student agency. By leveraging diverse instructional methods, KILP aims to re-engage students and help them overcome barriers to graduation, ensuring that every participant has a viable path toward a high school diploma.

Located on S. Westnedge Ave, the program functions as an extension of the district’s commitment to equity and inclusivity. It caters to a wide range of students, including those who need a non-traditional schedule due to employment or personal responsibilities, as well as those seeking a smaller, more focused learning community. Through a combination of direct instruction, digital learning tools, and dedicated staff support, the Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program serves as a vital resource for the community, reinforcing the district’s goal of fostering success and future-readiness for all learners.
137
Total Students
4.0
Full-Time Teachers
34.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
84.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program
Demographic Student Count
White31
Hispanic11
Black69
Two or More25
American Indian1
  • Black
    69 (50.4%)
  • White
    31 (22.6%)
  • Two or More
    25 (18.2%)
  • Hispanic
    11 (8.0%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.7%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Kalamazoo Public Schools
Phone: (269)548-0190
Website: http://www.kalamazoopublicschools.com
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 137
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 4.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 34.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 101
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 15
Grades Taught
Grade 9 45
Grade 10 39
Grade 11 32
Grade 12 21

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program
Grade Student Count
Grade 945
Grade 1039
Grade 1132
Grade 1221
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female6849.6%
Male6950.4%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)