Serving 911 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lubbock-cooper Central Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 911 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lubbock-cooper Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lubbock-cooper Central Elementary School's student population of 911 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
911 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Building the future, one student at a time!
School Rankings
Lubbock-cooper Central Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lubbock-cooper Central Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#625 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
30%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
61%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lubbock-cooper Central Elementary School's ranking?
Lubbock-cooper Central Elementary School is ranked #625 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lubbock-cooper Central Elementary School often compared to?
Lubbock-cooper Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lubbock-cooper South Elementary School, Lubbock-cooper North Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lubbock-cooper Central Elementary School?
911 students attend Lubbock-cooper Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Lubbock-cooper Central Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lubbock-cooper Central Elementary School?
Lubbock-cooper Central Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lubbock-cooper Central Elementary School offer ?
Lubbock-cooper Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lubbock-cooper Central Elementary School part of?
Lubbock-cooper Central Elementary School is part of Lubbock-Cooper Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Lubbock-cooper Central Elementary School located?
Lubbock-cooper Central Elementary School is located in the Kelsey Park neighborhood of Lubbock, TX.
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