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Valley Center School
School · Kalamazoo RESA
3122 LAKE ST, Kalamazoo, MI 49048
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Grades
1st – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Valley Center School
Valley Center School is a public school in Kalamazoo, MI, part of the Kalamazoo RESA. The school serves approximately 25 students in grades 1st – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 6.2:1. Students demonstrate 50% proficiency in math and 70% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $62,160, where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a midsize suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 25 students, Valley Center School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 6.2:1, Valley Center School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 25 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.2:1
- Address
- 3122 LAKE ST, Kalamazoo, MI 49048
- Website
- kresa.org
- Phone
- (269) 250-9773
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 49.5% (2019) to 49.5% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 69.5% (2019) to 69.5% (2021).
Location
3122 LAKE ST, Kalamazoo, MI 49048
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley Center School may also want to explore other schools in the area. PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 2.9 miles away). Additionally, Comstock Compass High School (rated 5.3/10, 2.4 miles away). For more schools in Kalamazoo, see our Kalamazoo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Milwood Magnet School Kalamazoo | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Greenwood Elementary School Kalamazoo | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Edison Academy Kalamazoo | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Northeastern Elementary School Kalamazoo | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Washington Writers Academy Kalamazoo | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Youth Center School Kalamazoo | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Milwood Elementary School Kalamazoo | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Comstock Compass High School Kalamazoo | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Comstock High School Kalamazoo | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Comstock Middle School Kalamazoo | 2.9 mi | 3.8 |
| KALAMAZOO COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Portage | 3.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Loy Norrix High School Kalamazoo | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Kalamazoo Covenant Academy Kalamazoo | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| ParkwoodUpjohn Elementary School Kalamazoo | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Parchment Innovation Center Kalamazoo | 3.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Lincoln International Studies School Kalamazoo | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Spring Valley Center for Exploration Kalamazoo | 3.3 mi | 4.8 |
| PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kalamazoo | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| El Sol Elementary Kalamazoo | 2.6 mi | 3.3 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S CENTER Kalamazoo | 2.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49048 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,160
Median Home Value
$158,300
Median Rent
$1,032/mo
Population
23,999
College Educated
25.3%
Homeownership
59.6%
Avg Commute
20.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Median Age
34
Community Profile
The community surrounding Valley Center School has a median household income of $62,160. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $158,300, with a median rent of $1,032/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.9%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley Center School
What grades does Valley Center School serve?
Valley Center School serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Valley Center School?
Valley Center School has an enrollment of approximately 25 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley Center School?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley Center School is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Valley Center School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Valley Center School has 49.5% math proficiency and 69.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Valley Center School a charter school?
No, Valley Center School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Valley Center School a Title I school?
No, Valley Center School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valley Center School?
60.0% of students at Valley Center School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (4,785/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Kalamazoo). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 25
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.0%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Kalamazoo County
- Phone
- (269) 250-9773
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Kalamazoo RESA- District Enrollment
- 1,514
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $186,860
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