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Youth Advancement Academy
High School · Youth Advancement Academy
6750 CHIME ST, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Youth Advancement Academy
Youth Advancement Academy is a public high school in Kalamazoo, MI, part of the Youth Advancement Academy. The school serves approximately 24 students in grades 7th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 6:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $82,364, where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 24 students, Youth Advancement Academy 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 6:1, Youth Advancement Academy 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.
Youth Advancement Academy is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 24 students
- Type
- Public (Charter)
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Address
- 6750 CHIME ST, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
- Phone
- (269) 443-7740
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
6750 CHIME ST, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Youth Advancement Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Kalamazoo RESA West CampusYoung Adult Program (rated 7.4/10, 3.6 miles away). Another option is Kalamazoo Central High School (rated 6.1/10, 4.4 miles away). Additionally, KALAMAZOO CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 3.5 miles away). For more schools in Kalamazoo, see our Kalamazoo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49009 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,364
Median Home Value
$330,300
Median Rent
$1,089/mo
Population
47,606
College Educated
50.1%
Homeownership
64.5%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
37.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Youth Advancement Academy has a median household income of $82,364. It is a well-educated community where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $330,300, with a median rent of $1,089/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.1%. 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 Youth Advancement Academy
What grades does Youth Advancement Academy serve?
Youth Advancement Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Youth Advancement Academy?
Youth Advancement Academy has an enrollment of approximately 24 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Youth Advancement Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Youth Advancement Academy is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Youth Advancement Academy a charter school?
Yes, Youth Advancement Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Youth Advancement Academy a Title I school?
No, Youth Advancement Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Youth Advancement Academy?
87.5% of students at Youth Advancement Academy 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 24
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Kalamazoo County
- Phone
- (269) 443-7740
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Youth Advancement Academy- District Enrollment
- 24
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,448
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