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Coon School
Elementary School · Berlin Township S/D #3
6679 SOUTH STATE RD, Ionia, MI 48846
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
15:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
15:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Coon School
Coon School is a public elementary school in Ionia, MI, part of the Berlin Township S/D #3. The school serves approximately 15 students in grades Kindergarten – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $66,717, where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 15 students, Coon School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Coon School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 15 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Address
- 6679 SOUTH STATE RD, Ionia, MI 48846
- Phone
- (616) 527-4900
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
6679 SOUTH STATE RD, Ionia, MI 48846
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Coon School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Saranac Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Saranac). Another option is RB Boyce Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 10.3 miles away). Additionally, Emerson School (rated 6.9/10, 6.4 miles away). For more schools in Ionia, see our Ionia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AA Rather School Ionia | 4.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Douglas R Welch High School Ionia | 4.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Ionia High School Ionia | 4.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Freedom Acres School Ionia | 4.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Bellamy Creek Correctional Facility Ionia | 6.3 mi | — |
| Emerson School Ionia | 6.4 mi | 6.9 |
| SS PETER & PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ionia | 6.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Ionia Maximum Correctional Facility Ionia | 6.5 mi | — |
| Ionia Middle School Ionia | 6.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Handlon Correctional Facility Ionia | 6.6 mi | — |
| Jefferson School Ionia | 6.7 mi | 5.1 |
| IONIA SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY Ionia | 7.0 mi | — |
| North LeValley Elem School Ionia | 8.8 mi | — |
| Haynor School Ionia | 8.8 mi | — |
| Lakewood Elementary School Lake Odessa | 8.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Saranac Elementary School Saranac | 6.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Saranac JrSr High School Saranac | 7.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Lakewood High School Lake Odessa | 9.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Lakewood Middle School Woodland | 9.5 mi | 5.4 |
| RB Boyce Elementary School Ionia | 10.3 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48846 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,717
Median Home Value
$172,300
Median Rent
$804/mo
Population
21,940
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
39.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Coon School has a median household income of $66,717. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $172,300, with a median rent of $804/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.0%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Coon School
What grades does Coon School serve?
Coon School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Coon School?
Coon School has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Coon School?
The student-teacher ratio at Coon School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Coon School a charter school?
No, Coon School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Coon School a Title I school?
No, Coon School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Coon School?
46.7% of students at Coon 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
- City Safety
- Elevated (740/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Ionia). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 15
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Ionia County
- Phone
- (616) 527-4900
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Berlin Township S/D #3- District Enrollment
- 15
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,333
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