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Cooper Elementary

Elementary School · Vacaville Unified

750 Christine Dr., Vacaville, CA 95687

Enrollment

736

Student-Teacher

23.7:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,846 of 9,539

In Vacaville

#12 of 19

public schools

In district

#11 of 16

Vacaville Unified

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Cooper Elementary

5.3/10

Elementary School in Vacaville · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Vaca Pena Middle

4.6/10

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4.8/10

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About Cooper Elementary

Cooper Elementary is a public elementary school in Vacaville, CA, part of Vacaville Unified. Cooper Elementary serves approximately 736 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Cooper Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,846 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Cooper Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Cooper Elementary runs 23.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-8.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.3 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio23.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,223
Chronic Absenteeism23.8%

Cooper Elementary — Students at Cooper Elementary score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 52.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 58.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
74%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
46.1%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
37.6%
ELA
50.7%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.6/10.

How Cooper Elementary Compares

See how Cooper Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
28th percentile in CA
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
24:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

Location

750 Christine Dr., Vacaville, CA 95687

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cooper Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sierra Vista K-8 (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE ACADEMY OF 21ST CENTURY LEARNING (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cambridge Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Vacaville, see our Vacaville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Vaca Pena Middle Vacaville 0.7 mi 4.6
Jean Callison Elementary Vacaville 1.0 mi 4.8
NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Vacaville 1.0 mi 6.2
BETHANY LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vacaville 0.9 mi 6.8
THE ACADEMY OF 21ST CENTURY LEARNING Vacaville 1.3 mi 8.1
Sierra Vista K-8 Vacaville 1.5 mi 8.2
Cambridge Elementary Vacaville 1.7 mi 7.2
Fairmont Charter Elementary Vacaville 1.5 mi 4.9
Stetson Academy Vacaville 1.9 mi
The Academy of 21st Century Learning Vacaville 2.4 mi
Will C. Wood High Vacaville 1.9 mi 6.1
Shereene Wilkerson Academy of Excellence Vacaville 1.9 mi
Edwin Markham Elementary Vacaville 2.1 mi 5.0
Foxboro Elementary Vacaville 2.5 mi 4.7
Buckingham Collegiate Charter Academy Vacaville 2.1 mi 7.0
VACAVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Vacaville 2.3 mi 5.9
Eugene Padan Elementary Vacaville 2.5 mi 3.3
VACAVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Vacaville 2.5 mi 5.7
Ernest Kimme Charter Academy Vacaville 2.5 mi 6.0
Browns Valley Elementary Vacaville 2.7 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95687 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,648

Median Home Value

$583,800

Median Rent

$2,250/mo

Population

69,741

College Educated

24.5%

Homeownership

66.3%

Avg Commute

27.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

38

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cooper Elementary

What grades does Cooper Elementary serve?

Cooper Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Cooper Elementary?

Cooper Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 736 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cooper Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Cooper Elementary is 23.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cooper Elementary rank in CA?

Cooper Elementary ranks #6,846 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Cooper Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Cooper Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cooper Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cooper Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Cooper Elementary a charter school?

No, Cooper Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cooper Elementary a Title I school?

No, Cooper Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cooper Elementary?

47.4% of students at Cooper Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
736
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Solano County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

District

Vacaville Unified
District Enrollment
12,708
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,223
District Rank
#11 of 16

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