Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program
137 Students
High School 9th - 12th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 31 |
| Hispanic | 11 |
| Black | 69 |
| Two or More | 25 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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Black69 (50.4%)
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White31 (22.6%)
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Two or More25 (18.2%)
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Hispanic11 (8.0%)
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American Indian1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 45 |
| Grade 10 | 39 |
| Grade 11 | 32 |
| Grade 12 | 21 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 68 | 49.6% |
| Male | 69 | 50.4% |
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