Serving 1,490 students in grades 9-12, Randall K. Cooper High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Randall K. Cooper High School serves the southwest part of Union, KY, covering an attendance zone of approximately 41.4 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 4.3 miles to the school from the zone's edge and the furthest boundary located 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Randall K. Cooper High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Randall K. Cooper High School's student population of 1,490 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,490 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
School Rankings
Randall K. Cooper High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Randall K. Cooper High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#269 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Randall K. Cooper High School's ranking?
Randall K. Cooper High School is ranked #269 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Randall K. Cooper High School often compared to?
Randall K. Cooper High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Larry A. Ryle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Randall K. Cooper High School?
The graduation rate of Randall K. Cooper High School is 96%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Randall K. Cooper High School?
1,490 students attend Randall K. Cooper High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Randall K. Cooper High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Randall K. Cooper High School?
Randall K. Cooper High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Randall K. Cooper High School offer ?
Randall K. Cooper High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Randall K. Cooper High School part of?
Randall K. Cooper High School is part of Boone County School District.
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