Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Cooper Lane Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cooper Lane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cooper Lane Elementary School's student population of 471 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Cooper Lane Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cooper Lane Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1159 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
65%
23%
Black
30%
33%
White
3%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cooper Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Cooper Lane Elementary School is ranked #1159 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Cooper Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Cooper Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carrollton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Cooper Lane Elementary School?
471 students attend Cooper Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Cooper Lane Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cooper Lane Elementary School?
Cooper Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cooper Lane Elementary School offer ?
Cooper Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cooper Lane Elementary School part of?
Cooper Lane Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
School Reviews
5 1/17/2018
The school is good but just needs second and third floor
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