Best Schools in Caledonia, Michigan
11 schools · 7 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Caledonia by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Caledonia Elementary School
Elementary · Caledonia Community Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Paris Ridge Elementary
Elementary · Caledonia Community Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Dutton Elementary School
Elementary · Caledonia Community Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Caledonia for 2026 are Caledonia Elementary School (9.0/10), Paris Ridge Elementary (9.0/10), and Dutton Elementary School (8.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
11
10 public · 1 private
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$338,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
11
10 public · 1 private
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$338,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 9.0/10 despite 21% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 0.8 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Caledonia schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Caledonia
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 11). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Caledonia Elementary School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Paris Ridge Elementary | 9.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Dutton Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Kraft Meadows Intermediate School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Emmons Lake Elementary School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Explorer Elementary | 7.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Caledonia High School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 8 | Duncan Lake Middle School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 9 | Dutton Christian School | 5.5 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.0/10
- Median household income
- $101,548
- Median home value
- $338,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 45%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
90% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Caledonia compares
Michigan rank
#8 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.8
above Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$102k
138% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in Caledonia, Michigan
Caledonia, Michigan is home to 11 schools, including 10 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 8.0 out of 10, schools in Caledonia perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Caledonia is Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Caledonia is served by 2 school districts: Caledonia Community Schools, Kentwood Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 14,050 students.
Caledonia's community shows 45% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $101,548. The poverty rate in the area is 4.7%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 64 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 9.0 | ||
| 2 | 308 students · Kindergarten–4th | 9.0 | ||
| 3 | 317 students · Kindergarten–4th | 9.0 | ||
| 4 | 299 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.6 | ||
| 5 | 400 students · Kindergarten–4th | 7.8 | ||
| 6 | 563 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.8 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Dutton Christian School
Private
606 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 714 students · 5th–6th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 702 students · 7th–8th | 7.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,427 students · 9th–12th | 7.6 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 students · 15–15 | — |
Schools in Caledonia
Caledonia, Michigan · 11 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$101,548
Median Home Value
$338,800
Median Rent
$1,299/mo
Population
26,060
College Educated
45%
Homeownership
90%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Community Profile
Caledonia has a median household income of $101,548. It is a well-educated community where 45% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $338,800, with a median rent of $1,299/month. The local poverty rate of 4.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Caledonia, Michigan
How many schools are in Caledonia, Michigan?
Caledonia has 11 schools, including 10 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Caledonia, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Caledonia is 8.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Caledonia, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Caledonia on MySchoolScout is Caledonia Elementary School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Caledonia, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Caledonia on MySchoolScout is Caledonia Elementary School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Caledonia, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Caledonia on MySchoolScout is Kraft Meadows Intermediate School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best high school in Caledonia, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Caledonia on MySchoolScout is Caledonia High School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
How many school districts serve Caledonia, Michigan?
Caledonia is served by 2 school districts: Caledonia Community Schools, Kentwood Public Schools.
What is the education level in Caledonia, Michigan?
According to Census data, 45% of adults in Caledonia have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Caledonia, Michigan?
The median household income in Caledonia is approximately $101,548 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Caledonia, Michigan?
Yes, Caledonia has 1 private school alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is Dutton Christian School with a score of 5.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Caledonia, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Caledonia is 16.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Caledonia, Michigan?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Michigan Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.