Best Public Schools in Zip Code 49009


Summary:

The 49009 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 3 elementary schools and 1 high school. The data reveals a stark contrast in educational outcomes, with Alamo Elementary School standing out as a high-performing institution, while Youth Advancement Academy appears to be struggling significantly.

Alamo Elementary School consistently ranks in the top 25% of Michigan elementary schools, earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. It boasts significantly higher proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Math compared to the state and Kalamazoo Public Schools district averages. In contrast, Youth Advancement Academy, the lone high school in the area, has ranked in the bottom 5% of Michigan high schools and struggles with low graduation rates, high dropout rates, and extremely high chronic absenteeism.

The data also reveals disparities in other key metrics, such as racial diversity, test scores, chronic absenteeism, spending per student, and student-teacher ratios. While Alamo Elementary School has a predominantly white student population, Youth Advancement Academy has a more racially diverse student body. These differences highlight the need for targeted interventions and support to address the educational inequities within the 49009 zip code area.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Michigan Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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