Cassopolis Ross Beatty High School is a public high school in Cassopolis, Michigan, United States. It is part of the Cassopolis Public Schools district.
Serving 22 students in grades 9-12, Cassopolis Alternative Education ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cassopolis Alternative Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cassopolis Alternative Education's student population of 22 students has declined by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cassopolis Alternative Education is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
23%
18%
White
59%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cassopolis Alternative Education?
The graduation rate of Cassopolis Alternative Education is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Cassopolis Alternative Education?
22 students attend Cassopolis Alternative Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Cassopolis Alternative Education students are White, 23% of students are Black, and 18% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cassopolis Alternative Education?
Cassopolis Alternative Education has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cassopolis Alternative Education offer ?
Cassopolis Alternative Education offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cassopolis Alternative Education part of?
Cassopolis Alternative Education is part of Cassopolis School District.
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