Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cooper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cooper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cooper Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1963
Colors
White, Red, Royal blue, Yellow
School Calendar
School Motto
Where little people do BIG things
School Rankings
Cooper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cooper Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5382 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
65%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
12%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cooper Elementary School's ranking?
Cooper Elementary School is ranked #5382 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cooper Elementary School often compared to?
Cooper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ethridge Elementary School, Luna Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cooper Elementary School?
382 students attend Cooper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Cooper Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cooper Elementary School?
Cooper Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cooper Elementary School offer ?
Cooper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cooper Elementary School part of?
Cooper Elementary School is part of Garland Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Cooper Elementary School located?
Cooper Elementary School is located in the Buckingham North neighborhood of Garland, TX.
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