Serving 378 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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 378 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%
- Attendance Zone: Caledonia Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 94.3 square miles in Caledonia, MI. Parents can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.9 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.3 miles.
- 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 378 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
378 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
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 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#15 out of 3025 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
83%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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?
378 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 Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
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 16:1.
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.
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