CLK Elementary School vs Copper Island Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 9.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
CLK Elementary School
Calumet · Public elementary · Grades K–5
496 students
Copper Island Academy
Calumet · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
386 students
| Measure | CLK Elementary School Calumet, Michigan | Copper Island Academy Calumet, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #682 of 1,581 | #432 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #24591 of 50,301 | #17188 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 496 | 386 |
| Enrollment | 496 | 386 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.4% | 39.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | – |
| Math proficiency | 44% | – |
| city | Calumet | Calumet |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Copper Island Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.4 vs 50.8).
- •Copper Island Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.4% vs 49.4%).
- •Copper Island Academy does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 16.0).
- •CLK Elementary School is the larger school with 496 students compared with 386.
- •CLK Elementary School is a public school while Copper Island Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is CLK Elementary School better than Copper Island Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Copper Island Academy ranks higher (61.4 vs 50.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are CLK Elementary School and Copper Island Academy?
About 9.1 km in a straight line, between Calumet and Calumet in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
CLK Elementary School: 496. Copper Island Academy: 386. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do CLK Elementary School and Copper Island Academy rank in Michigan?
CLK Elementary School is 682nd of 1,581 and Copper Island Academy is 432nd of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).