Serving 385 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cooper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cooper Elementary serves the northeast part of Spokane, WA, covering an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cooper Elementary School's student population of 385 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
385 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cooper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cooper Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1357 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
11%
27%
Black
4%
5%
White
68%
47%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cooper Elementary School's ranking?
Cooper Elementary School is ranked #1357 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Cooper Elementary School often compared to?
Cooper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orchard Prairie Elementary School, Arlington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Cooper Elementary School?
385 students attend Cooper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Cooper Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cooper Elementary School?
Cooper Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cooper Elementary School offer ?
Cooper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cooper Elementary School part of?
Cooper Elementary School is part of Spokane School District.
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