Serving 204 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Doris Klaussen Dev Center ranks in the top 30% 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 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Doris Klaussen Dev Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Doris Klaussen Dev Center's student population of 204 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
204 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Doris Klaussen Dev Center ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Doris Klaussen Dev Center is 0.57, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#622 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
<50%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Doris Klaussen Dev Center's ranking?
Doris Klaussen Dev Center is ranked #622 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Doris Klaussen Dev Center often compared to?
Doris Klaussen Dev Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Valley View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Doris Klaussen Dev Center?
The graduation rate of Doris Klaussen Dev Center is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Doris Klaussen Dev Center?
204 students attend Doris Klaussen Dev Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Doris Klaussen Dev Center students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Doris Klaussen Dev Center?
Doris Klaussen Dev Center has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Doris Klaussen Dev Center offer ?
Doris Klaussen Dev Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Doris Klaussen Dev Center part of?
Doris Klaussen Dev Center is part of Calhoun Intermediate School District.
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