C.O.O.R. ISD

Located at 11051 N. Cut Road in Roscommon, Michigan, C.O.O.R. ISD is a fully operational, non-charter public school district dedicated to delivering targeted special education and vocational programming across a distant rural setting. Operating two specialized facilities, the district serves a comprehensive grade span from prekindergarten through 12th grade, alongside tailored ungraded programs designed for individual developmental needs. As an intermediate service agency serving central northern Michigan, the district plays a vital regional role by fostering inclusive learning environments, career-technical opportunities, and essential support services for students requiring specialized instruction and transitional pathways.

In the 2024–2025 academic year, C.O.O.R. ISD serves a total enrollment of 346 students—comprising 192 male and 154 female learners—with a strong focus on early intervention, highlighted by 300 prekindergarten enrollees alongside K–12 and ungraded student populations. To effectively manage its specialized mission, the district maintains a remarkably intensive staffing structure. The district employs approximately 266 full-time equivalent staff members, including roughly 25.5 dedicated classroom teachers, 30 instructional aides, and a robust team of over 211 support staff professionals. This extensive, specialized workforce reflects C.O.O.R. ISD’s commitment to low student-to-staff ratios, high-touch support systems, and exceptional resources for families, educators, and researchers evaluating rural special education models.