Serving 8 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Kipper School 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 was <50% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
8 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
(15-16)n/a
2%
Asian
(15-16)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(15-16)n/a
7%
Black
(15-16)n/a
18%
White
(15-16)100%
67%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)n/a
3%
Eligible for Free Lunch (14-15)
27%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
27%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sigel Township S/D #6 School District
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 38% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Kipper School?
8 students attend Kipper School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Kipper School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipper School?
Kipper School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kipper School offer ?
Kipper School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Kipper School part of?
Kipper School is part of Sigel Township S/D #6 School District.
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