Serving 215 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Courtade Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Courtade Elementary School serves the eastern part of Traverse City, MI, covering an attendance zone of approximately 61.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Courtade Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Courtade Elementary School's student population of 215 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
215 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
Courtade Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Courtade Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#289 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
4%
18%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
88%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2024. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Courtade Elementary School's ranking?
Courtade Elementary School is ranked #289 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Courtade Elementary School often compared to?
Courtade Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherry Knoll Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Courtade Elementary School?
215 students attend Courtade Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Courtade Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Courtade Elementary School?
Courtade Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Courtade Elementary School offer ?
Courtade Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Courtade Elementary School part of?
Courtade Elementary School is part of Traverse City Area School District.
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