O.H. Cooper High School is a public high school located in Abilene, Texas. It opened in 1960, in part to handle the increase in school age youth resulting from the Post World War II Baby Boom. It is one of three 4-year high schools within Abilene Independent School District.
Serving 1,596 students in grades 9-12, Cooper High 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 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,596 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cooper High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cooper High School's student population of 1,596 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,596 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Year Founded
1960
School Mascot
Cougars
School Rankings
Cooper High 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 High School is 0.68, which is more 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
#7124 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
42%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
35%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cooper High School's ranking?
Cooper High School is ranked #7124 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cooper High School often compared to?
Cooper High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abilene High School, Wylie High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cooper High School?
The graduation rate of Cooper High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Cooper High School?
1,596 students attend Cooper High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Cooper High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cooper High School?
Cooper High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cooper High School offer ?
Cooper High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cooper High School part of?
Cooper High School is part of Abilene Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Cooper High School located?
Cooper High School is located in the Red Bud Area neighborhood of Abilene, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Red Bud Area.
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