Below Average
#2805 of 3,192 schools in MI
Coloma Elementary School
Elementary School · Coloma Community Schools
262 SOUTH WEST ST, Coloma, MI 49038
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,805 of 3,192
In Coloma
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Coloma Community Schools
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Coloma Elementary School
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About Coloma Elementary School
Coloma Elementary School is a public elementary school in Coloma, MI, part of Coloma Community Schools. Coloma Elementary School serves approximately 391 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Coloma Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,805 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Coloma Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.0
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Coloma Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Coloma Elementary School — Students at Coloma Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.1/10.
How Coloma Elementary School Compares
See how Coloma Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
262 SOUTH WEST ST, Coloma, MI 49038
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Coloma Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Elementary School (rated 6.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Watervliet), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Elementary School (rated 6.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Watervliet), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sister Lakes Elementary School (rated 5.3/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Dowagiac), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Coloma, see our Coloma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Coloma Intermediate School Coloma | 0.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Coloma High School Coloma | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Coloma Junior High School Coloma | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| South Elementary School Watervliet | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| North Elementary School Watervliet | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Watervliet Middle School Watervliet | 3.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Watervliet Senior High School Watervliet | 3.1 mi | 6.0 |
| WAY Watervliet High School Watervliet | 3.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Countryside Academy Elementary Benton Harbor | 4.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Riverside School Benton Harbor | 4.0 mi | 5.1 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watervliet | 5.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Countryside Academy MiddleHigh School Benton Harbor | 7.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Covert Elementary School Covert | 7.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Covert High School Covert | 7.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Covert Middle School Covert | 7.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Sister Lakes Elementary School Dowagiac | 8.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Discovery Enrichment Center Benton Harbor | 8.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Hartford Alternative Education Hartford | 7.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Hartford High School Hartford | 7.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Martin Luther King Jr Elementary Benton Harbor | 8.4 mi | 2.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49038 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,396
Median Home Value
$196,200
Median Rent
$944/mo
Population
8,577
College Educated
20.8%
Homeownership
73.7%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
45.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alexander Elementary School Adrian, MI | 4.3 |
| Avalon Elementary School Saint Clair Shores, MI | 4.3 |
| Botsford Elementary School Livonia, MI | 4.3 |
| Detroit Leadership Academy K8 Detroit, MI | 4.3 |
| Fisher Elementary School Redford, MI | 4.3 |
| Fulton Elementary School Middleton, MI | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Coloma Elementary School
What grades does Coloma Elementary School serve?
Coloma Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Coloma Elementary School?
Coloma Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 391 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Coloma Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Coloma Elementary School is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Coloma Elementary School rank in MI?
Coloma Elementary School ranks #2,805 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Coloma Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Coloma Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Coloma Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Coloma Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Coloma Elementary School a charter school?
No, Coloma Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Coloma Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Coloma Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Coloma Elementary School?
75.2% of students at Coloma Elementary School 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 391
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Berrien County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.2%
- Phone
- (269) 468-2420
Resources & Links
District
Coloma Community Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,181
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,214
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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