Serving 407 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cooper Lane Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cooper Lane Elementary serves the northern part of Hyattsville, MD, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cooper Lane Elementary School's student population of 407 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
407 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Agents of change through service, learning, and global awareness
School Rankings
Cooper Lane Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cooper Lane Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1152 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
69%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Light Blue and Navy Blue
School Mascot
Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cooper Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Cooper Lane Elementary School is ranked #1152 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Cooper Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Cooper Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carrollton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Cooper Lane Elementary School?
407 students attend Cooper Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Cooper Lane Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cooper Lane Elementary School?
Cooper Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cooper Lane Elementary School offer ?
Cooper Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cooper Lane Elementary School part of?
Cooper Lane Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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