Serving 350 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Copper Island Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Copper Island Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Copper Island Academy's student population of 350 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 56% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
350 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Copper Island Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Copper Island Academy is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#420 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
97%
63%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
50%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Copper Island Academy's ranking?
Copper Island Academy is ranked #420 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Copper Island Academy?
350 students attend Copper Island Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Copper Island Academy students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Copper Island Academy?
Copper Island Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Copper Island Academy offer ?
Copper Island Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Copper Island Academy part of?
Copper Island Academy is part of Copper Island Academy School District.
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