Serving 216 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School's student population of 216 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
216 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1333 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
10%
Hispanic
19%
34%
Black
12%
15%
White
44%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School's ranking?
Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School is ranked #1333 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School?
216 students attend Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School?
Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School offer ?
Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School part of?
Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School is part of Old Bridge Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School located?
Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School is located in the Laurence Harbor neighborhood of Keyport, NJ.
School Reviews
5 3/9/2022
School is a diverse and high focused on academics. Support is always available for all students and my son''s teacher is always looking at data from the testing to help me understand goals. Sometimes I don''t understand it all but she also takes time to explain it to my son. My friend is a teacher in another district and told me that this school is really good to do all this extra stuff to help make the learning better. My son is happy and loves his school!
5 10/13/2021
The school provides a place for my children to learn the core subjects and has excellent programs to support the learning. I am new to NJ and was scared it wouldn''t be the same as NY but I was pleasantly surprised. The staff has been very welcoming and my children are excited to go to school every day. Proud to say we are from this school.
5 7/5/2021
Excellent school All around! So proud of my kids!
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