Serving 223 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Colon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Colon Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Colon, MI, covering approximately 101.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Colon Elementary School's student population of 223 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
223 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Colon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colon Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#2273 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
95%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Magi
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colon Elementary School's ranking?
Colon Elementary School is ranked #2273 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Colon Elementary School often compared to?
Colon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mendon Elementary School, Andrews Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Colon Elementary School?
223 students attend Colon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Colon Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colon Elementary School?
Colon Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Colon Elementary School offer ?
Colon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Colon Elementary School part of?
Colon Elementary School is part of Colon Community School District.
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