Below Average
#2648 of 3,192 schools in MI
Cooper Upper Elementary School
Middle School · Livonia Public Schools School District
28550 ANN ARBOR TRL, Westland, MI 48185
Enrollment
646
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
646
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,648 of 3,192
In Westland
#5 of 15
public schools
In district
#24 of 24
Livonia Public Schools School District
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Cooper Upper Elementary School
Cooper Upper Elementary School is a public middle school in Westland, MI, part of Livonia Public Schools School District. Cooper Upper Elementary School serves approximately 646 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cooper Upper Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,648 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Cooper Upper Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- MI avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Cooper Upper Elementary School — Students at Cooper Upper Elementary School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 2.9/10.
How Cooper Upper Elementary School Compares
See how Cooper Upper Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
28550 ANN ARBOR TRL, Westland, MI 48185
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cooper Upper Elementary School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Riverside Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Dearborn Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is Emerson Middle School (rated 5.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Livonia), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, John D Pierce Middle School (rated 4.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Redford), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Westland, see our Westland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48185 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,085
Median Home Value
$183,500
Median Rent
$1,123/mo
Population
48,364
College Educated
23.4%
Homeownership
56.3%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
38.8
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| Clio Middle School Clio, MI | 4.7 |
| Marshall Middle School Marshall, MI | 4.7 |
| Middle School South Harrison Township, MI | 4.7 |
| Seitz Middle School Riverview, MI | 4.7 |
| Cesar Chavez Middle School Detroit, MI | 4.8 |
| Ferndale Middle School Ferndale, MI | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cooper Upper Elementary School
What grades does Cooper Upper Elementary School serve?
Cooper Upper Elementary School serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend Cooper Upper Elementary School?
Cooper Upper Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 646 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cooper Upper Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cooper Upper Elementary School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cooper Upper Elementary School rank in MI?
Cooper Upper Elementary School ranks #2,648 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Cooper Upper Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cooper Upper Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Cooper Upper Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cooper Upper Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cooper Upper Elementary School a charter school?
No, Cooper Upper Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cooper Upper Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Cooper Upper Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cooper Upper Elementary School?
44.4% of students at Cooper Upper Elementary 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
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 646
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.6%
- Phone
- (734) 744-2710
Resources & Links
District
Livonia Public Schools School District- District Enrollment
- 13,145
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,860
- District Rank
- #24 of 24
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