Below Average
#1093 of 1,363 schools in MD
Cooper Lane Elementary
Elementary School · Prince George's County Public Schools
3817 Cooper Ln, Landover Hills, MD 20784
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#1,093 of 1,363
In Landover Hills
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#132 of 194
Prince George's County Public Schools
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Cooper Lane Elementary
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About Cooper Lane Elementary
Cooper Lane Elementary is a public elementary school in Landover Hills, MD, part of Prince George's County Public Schools. Cooper Lane Elementary serves approximately 471 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Cooper Lane Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,093 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Cooper Lane Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Cooper Lane Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cooper Lane Elementary — Students at Cooper Lane Elementary score 18% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.3/10.
How Cooper Lane Elementary Compares
See how Cooper Lane Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3817 Cooper Ln, Landover Hills, MD 20784
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cooper Lane Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glenarden Woods Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Lanham), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARY'S SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Columbia Park Elementary (rated 5.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Landover), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Landover Hills, see our Landover Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEW HOPE ACADEMY Hyattsville | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| NEW HOPE ACADEMY Landover Hills | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Gladys Noon Spellman Elementary Cheverly | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Landover Hills | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Port Towns Elementary Bladensburg | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| ST AMBROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cheverly | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Rogers Heights Elementary Bladensburg | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Woodridge Elementary Hyattsville | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| ELIZABETH SETON HIGH SCHOOL Bladensburg | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Glenridge Elementary Landover Hills | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Bladensburg High Bladensburg | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Beacon Heights Elementary Riverdale | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Fairmont Heights High Landover | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Dodge Park Elementary Landover | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Columbia Park Elementary Landover | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. Elementary Glenarden | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| William Wirt Middle Riverdale | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Parkdale High Riverdale | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| International High School @ Langley Park Bladensburg | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Glenarden Woods Elementary Lanham | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20784 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,599
Median Home Value
$356,500
Median Rent
$1,769/mo
Population
32,271
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
57.5%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Berwyn Heights Elementary Berwyn Heights, MD | 4.7 |
| Cecil Manor Elementary Elkton, MD | 4.7 |
| Choptank Elementary School Cambridge, MD | 4.7 |
| Flintstone Elementary Oxon Hill, MD | 4.7 |
| Kingsford Elementary Mitchellville, MD | 4.7 |
| Pemberton Elementary Salisbury, MD | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cooper Lane Elementary
What grades does Cooper Lane Elementary serve?
Cooper Lane Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Cooper Lane Elementary?
Cooper Lane Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 471 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cooper Lane Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cooper Lane Elementary is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cooper Lane Elementary rank in MD?
Cooper Lane Elementary ranks #1,093 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Cooper Lane Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cooper Lane Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Lane Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cooper Lane Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Cooper Lane Elementary a charter school?
No, Cooper Lane Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cooper Lane Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cooper Lane Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cooper Lane Elementary?
87.0% of students at Cooper Lane 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 471
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Prince George's County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.2%
- Phone
- (301) 925-1350
Resources & Links
District
Prince George's County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 131,310
- Schools in District
- 199
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,789
- District Rank
- #132 of 194
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