Serving 377 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cooley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cooley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cooley Elementary School's student population of 377 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
377 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1945
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire, Educate, Empower
School Rankings
Cooley Elementary School 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 Cooley Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#746 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
8%
18%
White
72%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Waterford School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cooley Elementary School's ranking?
Cooley Elementary School is ranked #746 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Cooley Elementary School often compared to?
Cooley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Schoolcraft Elementary School, Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Cooley Elementary School?
377 students attend Cooley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Cooley Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cooley Elementary School?
Cooley Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Cooley Elementary School offer ?
Cooley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cooley Elementary School part of?
Cooley Elementary School is part of Waterford School District.
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