Serving 307 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Columbia Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64%
- Attendance Zone: Columbia Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Brooklyn, MI, covering approximately 90.1 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located nearly 9.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Columbia Elementary School's student population of 307 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
307 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Columbia Elementary School is 0.13, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)45-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)60-64%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
93%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
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)18.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 schools are Columbia Elementary School often compared to?
Columbia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ezra Eby Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Columbia Elementary School?
307 students attend Columbia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Columbia Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbia Elementary School?
Columbia Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Columbia Elementary School offer ?
Columbia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbia Elementary School part of?
Columbia Elementary School is part of Columbia School District.
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