Serving 591 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Coopers Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Coopers Elementary serves the southeast part of Elm City, NC, covering an area of approximately 56.9 square miles. Most students live within a typical 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.4 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 7.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coopers Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Coopers Elementary School's student population of 591 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
591 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 Rankings
Coopers Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coopers Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1039 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coopers Elementary School's ranking?
Coopers Elementary School is ranked #1039 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Coopers Elementary School often compared to?
Coopers Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gardners Elementary School, Frederick Douglass Elementary School, Nashville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Coopers Elementary School?
591 students attend Coopers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Coopers Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coopers Elementary School?
Coopers Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Coopers Elementary School offer ?
Coopers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Coopers Elementary School part of?
Coopers Elementary School is part of Nash County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I would Highly recommend this school! I attended this school when I was younger and now have 3 boys in school here! Everything about it from teachers to reprensentation to activeness is exceptional!
5 10/10/2025
Beautiful facility, wonderful teachers, the total package!
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