School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students (08-09)
195 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(08-09)n/a
1%
Asian
(08-09)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(08-09)n/a
5%
Black
(08-09)100%
20%
White
(08-09)n/a
71%
Hawaiian
(08-09)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(08-09)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (08-09)
91%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Highland Park City Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Cortland Elementary School?
195 students attend Cortland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Cortland Elementary School students are Black.
What grades does Cortland Elementary School offer ?
Cortland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cortland Elementary School part of?
Cortland Elementary School is part of Highland Park City Schools.
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