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#1434 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 45% in state

Coloma High School

High School · Coloma Community Schools

300 WEST SAINT JOSEPH ST, Coloma, MI 49038

Enrollment

366

Student-Teacher

18.3:1

Score

6.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,434 of 3,192

In Coloma

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Coloma Community Schools

Academic growth

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Coloma High School

6.5/10

High School in Coloma · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.8/10

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About Coloma High School

Coloma High School is a public high school in Coloma, MI, part of Coloma Community Schools. Coloma High School serves approximately 366 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Coloma High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,434 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Coloma High School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with MI schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • MI avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
College Readiness6.2Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,214
Chronic Absenteeism28.4%

Coloma High School — Students at Coloma High School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 22.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
12%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
17%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
47%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Coloma High School Compares

See how Coloma High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
55th percentile in MI
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
6.0/10
Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.5
Sports
16
8 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
9% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics16sports offered
8 boys'·8 girls'·20 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

300 WEST SAINT JOSEPH ST, Coloma, MI 49038

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Coloma High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Covert High School (rated 7.7/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Covert), which scores notably higher. Another option is Watervliet Senior High School (rated 6.0/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Watervliet), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hartford Alternative Education (rated 5.7/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Hartford), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Coloma, see our Coloma schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Coloma Junior High School Coloma 0.0 mi 4.8
Coloma Elementary School Coloma 0.4 mi 4.3
Coloma Intermediate School Coloma 0.4 mi 3.8
South Elementary School Watervliet 2.5 mi 6.0
North Elementary School Watervliet 3.0 mi 6.0
Countryside Academy Elementary Benton Harbor 4.0 mi 3.4
Watervliet Middle School Watervliet 3.3 mi 6.3
Watervliet Senior High School Watervliet 3.3 mi 6.0
WAY Watervliet High School Watervliet 3.3 mi 4.4
Riverside School Benton Harbor 3.8 mi 5.1
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watervliet 4.9 mi 7.9
Countryside Academy MiddleHigh School Benton Harbor 7.1 mi 5.5
Covert Elementary School Covert 8.1 mi 3.6
Covert High School Covert 8.1 mi 7.7
Covert Middle School Covert 8.1 mi 4.8
Sister Lakes Elementary School Dowagiac 8.4 mi 5.3
Discovery Enrichment Center Benton Harbor 8.0 mi 5.3
Martin Luther King Jr Elementary Benton Harbor 8.1 mi 2.5
Career and Alternative Pathways to Education Center Benton Harbor 8.4 mi 8.5
Hartford Alternative Education Hartford 7.9 mi 5.7

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Coloma High School

What grades does Coloma High School serve?

Coloma High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Coloma High School?

Coloma High School has an enrollment of approximately 366 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Coloma High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Coloma High School is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Coloma High School rank in MI?

Coloma High School ranks #1,434 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Coloma High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Coloma High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Coloma High School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Coloma High School a charter school?

No, Coloma High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Coloma High School a Title I school?

No, Coloma High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Coloma High School?

57.1% of students at Coloma High 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Berrien County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.4%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Coloma Community Schools
District Enrollment
1,181
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,214
District Rank
#1 of 4

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