Serving 235 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Peter Cooper School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Peter Cooper School serves the southwest part of Ringwood, NJ, covering an area of approximately 13.7 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 1.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone. The furthest edge of the zone extends up to 5.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peter Cooper School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Peter Cooper School's student population of 235 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
235 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Peter Cooper School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peter Cooper School is 0.45, 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
#765 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
21%
35%
Black
3%
14%
White
71%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peter Cooper School's ranking?
Peter Cooper School is ranked #765 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Peter Cooper School?
235 students attend Peter Cooper School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Peter Cooper School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peter Cooper School?
Peter Cooper School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Peter Cooper School offer ?
Peter Cooper School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peter Cooper School part of?
Peter Cooper School is part of Ringwood School District.
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