Serving 406 students in grades 3-6, Columbia Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Columbia Upper Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Brooklyn, MI, encompassing approximately 90.1 square miles. The area typically requires a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 9.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Columbia Upper Elementary School's student population of 406 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Columbia Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia Upper Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#889 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Golden
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Columbia Upper Elementary School is ranked #889 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Columbia Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Columbia Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Napoleon Middle School, Western Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Columbia Upper Elementary School?
406 students attend Columbia Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Columbia Upper Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbia Upper Elementary School?
Columbia Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Columbia Upper Elementary School offer ?
Columbia Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbia Upper Elementary School part of?
Columbia Upper Elementary School is part of Columbia School District.
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