Serving 408 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cooley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cooley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cooley Elementary School's student population of 408 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cooley Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cooley Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#625 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
8%
18%
White
74%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cooley Elementary School's ranking?
Cooley Elementary School is ranked #625 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Cooley Elementary School often compared to?
Cooley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Schoolcraft Elementary School, Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus, Knudsen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Cooley Elementary School?
408 students attend Cooley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Cooley Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cooley Elementary School?
Cooley Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cooley Elementary School offer ?
Cooley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cooley Elementary School part of?
Cooley Elementary School is part of Waterford School District.
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