Serving 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cooper Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cooper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Cooper Elementary School's student population of 308 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Cooper Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cooper Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#899 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
3%
9%
White
79%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cooper Elementary School's ranking?
Cooper Elementary School is ranked #899 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Cooper Elementary School often compared to?
Cooper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bryant Elementary School, Northern Lights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Cooper Elementary School?
308 students attend Cooper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Cooper Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cooper Elementary School?
Cooper Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cooper Elementary School offer ?
Cooper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cooper Elementary School part of?
Cooper Elementary School is part of Superior School District.
In what neighborhood is Cooper Elementary School located?
Cooper Elementary School is located in the Billings Park neighborhood of Superior, WI.
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