MAPLE STREET MAGNET SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS
Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts is a public middle school that is part of the Kalamazoo Public Schools school district, located in KALAMAZOO, MI with about 836 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 39 teachers, Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts, located in Kalamazoo, Michigan, serves as a specialized middle school dedicated to integrating rigorous academics with a robust fine arts curriculum. As part of the Kalamazoo Public Schools district, the magnet program is designed to cultivate creativity and artistic excellence, offering students unique opportunities to engage with music, visual arts, theater, and dance alongside their core subjects. The school’s curriculum is structured to foster critical thinking and collaboration, preparing students for success in both high school and their future artistic or academic endeavors.
The school is recognized for its commitment to providing a holistic education that emphasizes personal expression and community engagement. By maintaining a magnet status, Maple Street attracts students with a passion for the arts, creating a vibrant learning environment where students can explore their talents under the guidance of specialized educators. Through its website and district partnership, the school keeps families informed and involved, ensuring a supportive atmosphere that bridges the gap between traditional middle school education and specialized arts training.
For more information, contact Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts at (269) 337-0730 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
KALAMAZOO, MI 49008-1842
(269) 337-0730
http://www.kalamazoo.k12.mi.us
MAPLE STREET MAGNET SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS is a public school in KALAMAZOO, MI with about 836 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Michigan
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- Kalamazoo Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 836
- Teachers:
- 39.84
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 836 students
- White
- 47.4%
- Black or African American
- 25.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 16.3%
- Two or more races
- 8.6%
- Asian
- 2.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.7%
- Male
- 51.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.