Serving 225 students in grades 6-8, Cassopolis Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cassopolis Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cassopolis Middle School's student population of 225 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
225 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cassopolis Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cassopolis Middle School is 0.58, which is more 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
#2543 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
11%
18%
White
59%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
24%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cassopolis Middle School's ranking?
Cassopolis Middle School is ranked #2543 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Cassopolis Middle School?
225 students attend Cassopolis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Cassopolis Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cassopolis Middle School?
Cassopolis Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cassopolis Middle School offer ?
Cassopolis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cassopolis Middle School part of?
Cassopolis Middle School is part of Cassopolis Public Schools School District.
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