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Cassopolis Alternative Ed
High School · Cassopolis Public Schools
22721 DIAMOND COVE ST, Cassopolis, MI 49031
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
22:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
22:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Cassopolis Alternative Ed
Cassopolis Alternative Ed is a public high school in Cassopolis, MI, part of the Cassopolis Public Schools. The school serves approximately 22 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $70,369, where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 22 students, Cassopolis Alternative Ed is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
The student-teacher ratio at Cassopolis Alternative Ed is 22:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Located in a rural area, Cassopolis Alternative Ed may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 22 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22:1
- Address
- 22721 DIAMOND COVE ST, Cassopolis, MI 49031
- Website
- cassopolis.k12.mi.us
- Phone
- (269) 445-0536
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
22721 DIAMOND COVE ST, Cassopolis, MI 49031
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cassopolis Alternative Ed may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Edwardsburg High School (rated 7.0/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Edwardsburg). Another option is Pathfinders Alternative Ed (rated 6.9/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Dowagiac). Additionally, Union High School (rated 6.7/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Dowagiac). For more schools in Cassopolis, see our Cassopolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cassopolis High School Cassopolis | 0.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Sam Adams Elementary School Cassopolis | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Cassopolis Middle School Cassopolis | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Brookside Learning Center Cassopolis | 4.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Eagle Lake Elementary School Edwardsburg | 7.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Dowagiac Middle School Dowagiac | 7.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Volinia Outcome Base School Marcellus | 8.4 mi | 6.1 |
| CALVARY BIBLE ACADEMY Dowagiac | 8.1 mi | — |
| Kincheloe Elementary School Dowagiac | 8.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Edwardsburg Primary School Edwardsburg | 8.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Edwardsburg Intermediate School Edwardsburg | 8.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Edwardsburg Middle School Edwardsburg | 8.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Edwardsburg High School Edwardsburg | 8.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Justus Gage Elementary School Dowagiac | 8.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center Edwardsburg | 8.6 mi | 4.7 |
| North Pointe Center Dowagiac | 8.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Patrick Hamilton Elementary Dowagiac | 8.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Union High School Dowagiac | 8.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Pathfinders Alternative Ed Dowagiac | 8.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Mary Feeser Elementary School Elkhart | 10.9 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,369
Median Home Value
$217,700
Median Rent
$847/mo
Population
8,320
College Educated
29.5%
Homeownership
79.1%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
49.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Cassopolis Alternative Ed has a median household income of $70,369. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $217,700, with a median rent of $847/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.8%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Algonac Alternative Education Clay, MI | — |
| Bay Pines Center Escanaba, MI | — |
| Bentley High School BOLD Academy Burton, MI | — |
| Birch Run Progressive High School Birch Run, MI | — |
| Blended Learning Academies Credit Recovery High School Liv Livonia, MI | — |
| CAPS Academy Coopersville, MI | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cassopolis Alternative Ed
What grades does Cassopolis Alternative Ed serve?
Cassopolis Alternative Ed serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Cassopolis Alternative Ed?
Cassopolis Alternative Ed has an enrollment of approximately 22 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cassopolis Alternative Ed?
The student-teacher ratio at Cassopolis Alternative Ed is 22:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Cassopolis Alternative Ed a charter school?
No, Cassopolis Alternative Ed is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cassopolis Alternative Ed a Title I school?
No, Cassopolis Alternative Ed is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cassopolis Alternative Ed?
86.4% of students at Cassopolis Alternative Ed qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,168/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Cassopolis). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 22
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Cass County
- Phone
- (269) 445-0536
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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District
Cassopolis Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 858
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,007
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