Serving 1,071 students in grades 7-8, Cooper Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,071 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cooper Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cooper Middle School's student population of 1,071 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,071 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
School Motto
The Cooper community supports the growth of all students to think critically and function as empathetic, respectful, and responsible global citizens.
School Rankings
Cooper Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cooper Middle School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#37 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)94%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)87%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
8%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
3%
22%
White
51%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cooper Middle School's ranking?
Cooper Middle School is ranked #37 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Cooper Middle School often compared to?
Cooper Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Longfellow Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Cooper Middle School?
1,071 students attend Cooper Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Cooper Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cooper Middle School?
Cooper Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cooper Middle School offer ?
Cooper Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cooper Middle School part of?
Cooper Middle School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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