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Cooke School
School · Northville Public Schools
21200 TAFT RD, Northville, MI 48167
Enrollment
120
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
120
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,932 of 3,192
In Northville
#9 of 10
public schools
In district
#10 of 10
Northville Public Schools
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Cooke School
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About Cooke School
Cooke School is a public school in Northville, MI, part of Northville Public Schools. Cooke School serves approximately 120 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cooke School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,932 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Cooke School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 8.2
- MI avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 120 students, Cooke School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5:1 students to teachers, Cooke School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
53% of students at Cooke School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cooke School — Students at Cooke School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.
How Cooke School Compares
See how Cooke School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
21200 TAFT RD, Northville, MI 48167
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cooke School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Novi High School (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Novi), which scores notably higher. Another option is Amerman Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Moraine Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Northville, see our Northville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hillside Middle School Northville | 0.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Amerman Elementary School Northville | 0.4 mi | 9.1 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Northville | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY Northville | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Moraine Elementary School Northville | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Thornton Creek Elementary School Novi | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Novi High School Novi | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Silver Springs Elementary School Northville | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Northville High School Northville | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| SUNDAI MICHIGAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Novi | 2.0 mi | — |
| Novi Woods Elementary School Novi | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Novi Meadows School Novi | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Orchard Hills Elementary School Novi | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Parkview Elementary School Novi | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Meads Mill Middle School Northville | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Village Oaks Elementary School Novi | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| NORTHVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Northville | 3.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Winchester Elementary School Northville | 3.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Career Preparation Novi | 3.4 mi | — |
| Novi Adult Transition Center Novi | 3.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48167 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,378
Median Home Value
$430,500
Median Rent
$1,580/mo
Population
23,281
College Educated
59.1%
Homeownership
72.8%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Median Age
45.1
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| Flat River Academy Greenville, MI | 5.9 |
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| St Charles Virtual School Saint Charles, MI | 5.9 |
| Vista Meadows Academy Dearborn Heights, MI | 5.9 |
| Greyhound Central Performance Academy Eaton Rapids, MI | 6.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cooke School
What grades does Cooke School serve?
Cooke School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Cooke School?
Cooke School has an enrollment of approximately 120 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cooke School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cooke School is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cooke School rank in MI?
Cooke School ranks #1,932 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Cooke School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cooke School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cooke School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cooke School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cooke School a charter school?
No, Cooke School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cooke School a Title I school?
No, Cooke School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cooke School?
37.5% of students at Cooke School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 120
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.5%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Oakland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.5%
- Phone
- (248) 344-3550
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
Northville Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 6,971
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,690
- District Rank
- #10 of 10
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