Serving 551 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Myrtle Cooper Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Myrtle Cooper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Myrtle Cooper Elementary School's student population of 551 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Myrtle Cooper Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Myrtle Cooper Elementary School is 0.12, which is less 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
#3300 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
94%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Myrtle Cooper Elementary School's ranking?
Myrtle Cooper Elementary School is ranked #3300 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Myrtle Cooper Elementary School often compared to?
Myrtle Cooper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horizon Heights Elementary School, Loma Verde by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Myrtle Cooper Elementary School?
551 students attend Myrtle Cooper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Myrtle Cooper Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Myrtle Cooper Elementary School?
Myrtle Cooper Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Myrtle Cooper Elementary School offer ?
Myrtle Cooper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Myrtle Cooper Elementary School part of?
Myrtle Cooper Elementary School is part of Socorro Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Myrtle Cooper Elementary School located?
Myrtle Cooper Elementary School is located in the East El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 36 other public schools located in East El Paso.
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