Serving 551 students in grades 6-8, Cooper Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cooper Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cooper Middle School's student population of 551 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Cooper Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cooper Middle School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1491 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
42%
8%
White
19%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cooper Middle School's ranking?
Cooper Middle School is ranked #1491 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Cooper Middle School often compared to?
Cooper Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hefner Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Cooper Middle School?
551 students attend Cooper Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Cooper Middle School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cooper Middle School?
Cooper Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cooper Middle School offer ?
Cooper Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cooper Middle School part of?
Cooper Middle School is part of Putnam City School District.
In what neighborhood is Cooper Middle School located?
Cooper Middle School is located in the Meadows at River Bend neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK.
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