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 1,570 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 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,570 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Cooper High School serves the southwest part of Abilene, TX, covering an area of approximately 36.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone is around 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 7.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cooper High School's student population of 1,570 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,570 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1960
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 0.67, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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 lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Cooper High School?
1,570 students attend Cooper High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Cooper High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cooper High School?
Cooper High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to 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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