Doris Klaussen Dev Center

408 E Jameson Ave
Battle Creek, MI 49014
8/
10
Top 30%
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 (2026)

  • School Type: Special education school
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 204 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • : <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 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

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.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
204 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#622 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
50-54%
35%
50-54%
45%
60-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
13%
18%
White
63%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.57
<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
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 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%.
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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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Special education school
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 204 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • : <50% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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