For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 553 students in 49040, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49040, 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.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49040 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49040, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49040, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Colon Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
328 E State St
Colon, MI 49040
(269) 432-2121
Colon, MI 49040
(269) 432-2121
Gr: K-8 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Colon High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 Dallas St
Colon, MI 49040
(269) 432-3231
Colon, MI 49040
(269) 432-3231
Gr: 6-12 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
328 E State St
Colon, MI 49040
(248) 770-5761
Colon, MI 49040
(248) 770-5761
Gr: K-12 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49040, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49040, MI include Colon Elementary School and Colon High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49040?
3 public elementary schools are located in 49040.
What is the racial composition of students in 49040?
49040 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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