Cooper Upper Elementary School vs Universal Learning Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 612 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cooper Upper Elementary School
Westland · Public middle · Grades 5–6
638 students
Universal Learning Academy
Westland · Charter other · Grades PK–12
761 students
| Measure | Cooper Upper Elementary School Westland, Michigan | Universal Learning Academy Westland, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #244 of 485 | – |
| National rank | #8506 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Other |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades PK–12 |
| Students | 638 | 761 |
| Enrollment | 638 | 761 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.6% | 90.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 16% |
| city | Westland | Westland |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cooper Upper Elementary School does better on math proficiency (31% vs 16%).
- •Cooper Upper Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 31%).
- •Cooper Upper Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.6% vs 90.9%).
- •Cooper Upper Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 16.5).
- •Universal Learning Academy is the larger school with 761 students compared with 638.
- •Cooper Upper Elementary School is a public school while Universal Learning 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 Cooper Upper Elementary School better than Universal Learning Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Cooper Upper Elementary School and Universal Learning Academy?
About 612 m in a straight line, between Westland and Westland in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cooper Upper Elementary School: 638. Universal Learning Academy: 761. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cooper Upper Elementary School and Universal Learning Academy rank in Michigan?
Cooper Upper Elementary School is 244th of 485 and Universal Learning Academy is unranked among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).