Sam Adams Elementary School

Sam Adams Elementary School is a rural public elementary school located in Cassopolis, Michigan. Serving kindergarten through fifth grade, the school has an enrollment of 370 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16.1:1 with 23 full-time equivalent teachers. The academic performance at Sam Adams Elementary is currently rated 3.9 out of 10 by MySchoolScout, placing it in the 23rd percentile among Michigan schools based on its state ranking and a score of 2.5/10 for academics.

Test scores show that 24% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while 15% are proficient or above in Math. With room for academic growth, the school is focused on developing strong foundational skills to better prepare its students for future educational challenges. Set in a rural area, Sam Adams Elementary School benefits from a close-knit community where teachers and families work together to support student learning and development.

While current test scores at Sam Adams Elementary School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Sam Adams Elementary School 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.