Serving 416 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Cooper Elementary Dual Language Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cooper Elementary Dual Language Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Cooper Elementary Dual Language Academy's student population of 416 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cooper Elementary Dual Language Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cooper Elementary Dual Language Academy is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2792 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
94%
28%
Black
4%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
44%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cooper Elementary Dual Language Academy's ranking?
Cooper Elementary Dual Language Academy is ranked #2792 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Cooper Elementary Dual Language Academy often compared to?
Cooper Elementary Dual Language Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Cooper Elementary Dual Language Academy?
416 students attend Cooper Elementary Dual Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Cooper Elementary Dual Language Academy students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cooper Elementary Dual Language Academy?
Cooper Elementary Dual Language Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cooper Elementary Dual Language Academy offer ?
Cooper Elementary Dual Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Cooper Elementary Dual Language Academy part of?
Cooper Elementary Dual Language Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Cooper Elementary Dual Language Academy located?
Cooper Elementary Dual Language Academy is located in the Lower West Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Lower West Side.
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