Summary:
The Coopersville, Michigan school district consists of 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools (one of which is a magnet school). The district serves a predominantly white student population, with a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.
Coopersville Middle School stands out as the highest-performing school in the district, consistently ranking among the top 20% of Michigan middle schools. It boasts strong test scores, with 44-53% of students proficient in core subjects. In contrast, the smaller CAPS Academy magnet high school struggles with low graduation rates (54.5%) and high chronic absenteeism (48.4%), despite serving a higher proportion of economically disadvantaged students.
The district's largest school, Coopersville High School, has a strong 93.9% four-year graduation rate and a relatively low 3% dropout rate. However, the stark differences in performance between Coopersville High and CAPS Academy highlight the need for further investigation into the factors contributing to these disparities. Overall, the Coopersville Area Public School District appears to have some strong-performing schools, but also faces challenges in ensuring equitable outcomes for all students, particularly those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
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