Below Average
#2594 of 3,192 schools in MI
Coloma Junior High School
Middle School · Coloma Community Schools
302 WEST SAINT JOSEPH ST, Coloma, MI 49038
Enrollment
240
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
240
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,594 of 3,192
In Coloma
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Coloma Community Schools
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Coloma Junior High School
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About Coloma Junior High School
Coloma Junior High School is a public middle school in Coloma, MI, part of Coloma Community Schools. Coloma Junior High School serves approximately 240 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Coloma Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,594 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Coloma Junior High School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- MI avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Coloma Junior High 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 Junior High School — Students at Coloma Junior High School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 4.3/10.
How Coloma Junior High School Compares
See how Coloma Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
302 WEST SAINT JOSEPH ST, Coloma, MI 49038
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Coloma Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Watervliet Middle School (rated 6.3/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Watervliet), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Covert Middle School (rated 4.8/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Covert), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Coloma, see our Coloma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.9 miNeighborhood 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 |
|---|---|
| Dansville Middle School Dansville, MI | 4.8 |
| Kent City Middle School Kent City, MI | 4.8 |
| Perry Middle School Perry, MI | 4.8 |
| Pinconning Middle School Pinconning, MI | 4.8 |
| Tomlinson Middle School Inkster, MI | 4.8 |
| Constantine Middle School Constantine, MI | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Coloma Junior High School
What grades does Coloma Junior High School serve?
Coloma Junior High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Coloma Junior High School?
Coloma Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 240 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Coloma Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Coloma Junior High School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Coloma Junior High School rank in MI?
Coloma Junior High School ranks #2,594 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Coloma Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Coloma Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Coloma Junior High School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Coloma Junior High School a charter school?
No, Coloma Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Coloma Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Coloma Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Coloma Junior High School?
73.3% of students at Coloma Junior 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 240
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Berrien County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.2%
- Phone
- (269) 468-2405
Resources & Links
District
Coloma Community Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,181
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,214
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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