Serving 13 students in grades 9-12, Cassopolis Alternative Education ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cassopolis Alternative Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cassopolis Alternative Education's student population of 13 students has declined by 71% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
13 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cassopolis Alternative Education is 0.49, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
8%
18%
White
69%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cassopolis Alternative Education?
The graduation rate of Cassopolis Alternative Education is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Cassopolis Alternative Education?
13 students attend Cassopolis Alternative Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Cassopolis Alternative Education students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cassopolis Alternative Education?
Cassopolis Alternative Education has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cassopolis Alternative Education offer ?
Cassopolis Alternative Education offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cassopolis Alternative Education part of?
Cassopolis Alternative Education is part of Cassopolis School District.
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