Best 49038 Michigan Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 759 students in 49038, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49038, MI are Coloma Junior High School, Coloma Elementary School and Coloma Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49038 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49038, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).

Best 49038, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Coloma Junior High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
302 W Saint Joseph St
Coloma, MI 49038
(269) 468-2405
Gr: 6-8 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Coloma Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
262 West St
Coloma, MI 49038
(269) 468-2420
Gr: PK-3 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Coloma Intermediate School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
274a S West St
Coloma, MI 49038
(269) 468-2415
Gr: 4-5 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 43%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49038, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49038, MI include Coloma Junior High School, Coloma Elementary School and Coloma Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49038?
3 public elementary schools are located in 49038.
What is the racial composition of students in 49038?
49038 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).

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