Very Good
#903 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 28% in state
Copper Country Learning Center
School · Copper Country ISD
809 HECLA ST, Hancock, MI 49930
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#903 of 3,192
In Hancock
#3 of 3
public schools
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Copper Country Learning Center
Copper Country Learning Center is a public school in Hancock, MI, part of Copper Country ISD. Copper Country Learning Center serves approximately 80 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Copper Country Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #903 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Copper Country Learning Center show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- MI avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 80 students, Copper Country Learning Center 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.
49% of students at Copper Country Learning Center 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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Copper Country Learning Center — Students at Copper Country Learning Center score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 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: 8.8/10.
How Copper Country Learning Center Compares
See how Copper Country Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
809 HECLA ST, Hancock, MI 49930
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Copper Country Learning Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Lake LindenHubbell Schools (rated 8.4/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Lake Linden), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dollar BayTamarack City Area K12 School (rated 7.8/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Dollar Bay), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Chassell K12 School (rated 7.1/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Chassell), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hancock, see our Hancock schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Barkell Elementary School Hancock | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Hancock MiddleHigh School Hancock | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Houghton Elementary School Houghton | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Houghton Middle School Houghton | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Houghton Central High School Houghton | 2.6 mi | 8.2 |
| South Range Elementary School South Range | 4.6 mi | 7.7 |
| COPPER COUNTRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chassell | 5.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Dollar BayTamarack City Area K12 School Dollar Bay | 4.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Jeffers High School Painesdale | 6.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Copper Island Academy Calumet | 5.7 mi | 7.8 |
| EB Holman Elementary School Atlantic Mine | 5.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Chassell K12 School Chassell | 8.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Calumet High School Calumet | 10.9 mi | 8.0 |
| CLK Elementary School Calumet | 10.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Washington Middle School Calumet | 10.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Lake LindenHubbell Schools Lake Linden | 10.5 mi | 8.4 |
| CHSHorizons School Calumet | 16.8 mi | 6.3 |
| PELKIE MENNONITE SCHOOL Pelkie | 22.8 mi | — |
| Baraga School Baraga | 25.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Elm River Township School Toivola | 22.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49930 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,946
Median Home Value
$211,900
Median Rent
$749/mo
Population
7,199
College Educated
43.5%
Homeownership
65.7%
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
33.1
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Grand Haven Cyber School Grand Haven, MI | 7.2 |
| BATTLE CREEK ACADEMY Battle Creek, MI | 7.3 |
| CADILLAC HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cadillac, MI | 7.3 |
| COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Saginaw, MI | 7.3 |
| Buchanan Virtual Academy Buchanan, MI | 7.1 |
| EUPISD Learning Center Kincheloe, MI | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Copper Country Learning Center
What grades does Copper Country Learning Center serve?
Copper Country Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Copper Country Learning Center?
Copper Country Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 80 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Copper Country Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Copper Country Learning Center is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Copper Country Learning Center rank in MI?
Copper Country Learning Center ranks #903 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Copper Country Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Copper Country Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Copper Country Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Copper Country Learning Center has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Copper Country Learning Center a charter school?
No, Copper Country Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Copper Country Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Copper Country Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Copper Country Learning Center?
65.0% of students at Copper Country Learning Center 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 80
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.0%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Houghton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.8%
- Phone
- (906) 482-4250
Resources & Links
District
Copper Country ISD- District Enrollment
- 234
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $241,733
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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