Serving 420 students in grades 3-6, Columbia Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 38% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Columbia Upper Elementary School's student population of 420 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
420 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Columbia Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia Upper Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1044 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
90%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #1044 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
420 students attend Columbia Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Columbia Upper Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 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 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbia Upper Elementary School offer ?
Columbia Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is Columbia Upper Elementary School part of?
Columbia Upper Elementary School is part of Columbia School District.
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