For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 533 students in Colon, MI.
The top ranked public schools in Colon, MI are Colon Elementary School and Colon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Colon, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Colon have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Colon, MI (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Colon Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
328 E State St
Colon, MI 49040
(269) 432-2121
Colon, MI 49040
(269) 432-2121
Grades: K-8
| 242 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Colon High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 Dallas St
Colon, MI 49040
(269) 432-3231
Colon, MI 49040
(269) 432-3231
Grades: 6-12
| 266 students
Rank: n/an/a
Leonidas School
Magnet School
328 E State St
Colon, MI 49040
(248) 770-5761
Colon, MI 49040
(248) 770-5761
Grades: K-12
| 25 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Colon, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Colon, MI include Colon Elementary School and Colon High School.
How many public schools are located in Colon?
3 public schools are located in Colon.
What is the racial composition of students in Colon?
Colon public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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