Allegan is a small town proud of its historical achievements and small town charm, yet actively pursuing educational, professional and commercial achievements.  In Allegan, you’ll experience a warm and welcoming community, a safe environment that allows the freedom for quiet living or community involvement.

General Demographics
Population – Dynamic small town of 5,000

Schools
The Allegan Public Schools offer a broad educational program for all individuals residing within the district. The four elementary and middle school programs offer a comprehensive K-8 curriculum including computer labs in all five buildings. Secondary students in grades 9-12 have access to a comprehensive curriculum and state-of-the-art technology in a recently renovated and enlarged high school building. A full range of extra-curricular activities is available for all district students. Students can participate in team and individual sports, foreign language clubs and fine arts activities. The recent addition of a state-of-the-art performing arts center and aquatic center have expanded opportunities for our students even further

Under the Michigan state accreditation system know as Education YES!, schools are given “grades” based on Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP).  AYP is determined by a formula of gradually rising increments in MEAP scores along with attendance and graduation rates. 

Allegan Public Schools AYP scores for the 2005 – 2006 school year:

Hospitals
Allegan General Hospital is located within Allegan city limits and is available 24 hours a day for medical and emergency services.  Recently, AGH underwent major renovation and building expansion to improve or develop the facility and medical technology.  www.aghosp.org.

Downtown
Allegan’s historic downtown offers a variety of retail and service businesses along with a variety of restaurants.  Located in the heart of Allegan, the downtown is a great place to visit, work, eat and play.  Visit www.alleganchamber.com, for a business directory and store information.

Parks and Recreation
Hiking, Biking, Walking, Running, Swinging, Swimming, Climbing, Kayaking, Canoeing, Relaxing…whatever activity you enjoy the most the opportunity exist in Allegan.  Allegan is conveniently nestled along the Kalamazoo River and surrounding by State Game Area, Lake Allegan, and other nearby lakes and campgrounds.  Enjoy the beauty of nature at Allegan’s parks.

Entertainment

Visitors to Allegan comment on how spoiled Allegan is to have to premier entertainment venues located right in its Downtown.  Most small towns do have the pleasures of a 714 seat auditorium and banquet facility, The Griswold Auditorium or a big screen movie theatre, The Regent, where the popcorn is always fresh.  Check out the The Regent or The Griswold to see what the upcoming events and performances are.