Serving 308 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Caledonia Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Caledonia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Caledonia Elementary School's student population of 308 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Motto
Prepare and empower learners for the future.
School Rankings
Caledonia Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Caledonia Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#15 out of 3025 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
83%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caledonia Elementary School's ranking?
Caledonia Elementary School is ranked #15 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Caledonia Elementary School often compared to?
Caledonia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kettle Lake Elementary School, Emmons Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Caledonia Elementary School?
308 students attend Caledonia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Caledonia Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Caledonia Elementary School?
Caledonia Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Caledonia Elementary School offer ?
Caledonia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Caledonia Elementary School part of?
Caledonia Elementary School is part of Caledonia Community Schools School District.
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