For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 722 students in Brooklyn, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Brooklyn, MI are Columbia Elementary School and Columbia Upper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Brooklyn, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Brooklyn have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Brooklyn, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Columbia Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
320 School St
Brooklyn, MI 49230
(517) 592-6632
Brooklyn, MI 49230
(517) 592-6632
Gr: PK-2 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Columbia Upper Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
321 School St
Brooklyn, MI 49230
(517) 592-2181
Brooklyn, MI 49230
(517) 592-2181
Gr: 3-6 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Brooklyn, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Brooklyn, MI include Columbia Elementary School and Columbia Upper Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Brooklyn?
2 public elementary schools are located in Brooklyn.
What is the racial composition of students in Brooklyn?
Brooklyn public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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