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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

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

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
1 teachers

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Berlin Township S/D #3
District Enrollment
15
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,333

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