Serving 170 students in grades 4-5, Coloma Intermediate 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). 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 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coloma Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Coloma Intermediate School's student population of 170 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
170 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Coloma Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coloma Intermediate School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2367 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
22%
9%
Black
8%
18%
White
59%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coloma Intermediate School's ranking?
Coloma Intermediate School is ranked #2367 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Coloma Intermediate School?
170 students attend Coloma Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Coloma Intermediate School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Coloma Intermediate School?
Coloma Intermediate School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Coloma Intermediate School offer ?
Coloma Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Coloma Intermediate School part of?
Coloma Intermediate School is part of Coloma Community Schools School District.
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