Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts

School Overview
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.
860
Total Students
39.1
Full-Time Teachers
22.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
62.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts
Demographic Student Count
White356
Hispanic128
Black267
Asian2
Two or More102
American Indian4
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    356 (41.4 %)
  • Black
    267 (31.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    128 (14.9 %)
  • Two or More
    102 (11.9 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.5 %)
  • Asian
    2 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Kalamazoo Public Schools
Phone: (269)337-0730
Website: http://www.kalamazoo.k12.mi.us
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 860
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 39.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 22.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 482
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 55
Grades Taught
Grade 6 294
Grade 7 278
Grade 8 288

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts
Grade Student Count
Grade 6294
Grade 7278
Grade 8288
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female40246.7%
Male45853.3%