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Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High

High School · ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

8230 47TH AVE N, New Hope, MN 55428

Enrollment

1,474

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

5.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,229 of 1,992

In New Hope

#4 of 7

public schools

In district

#9 of 21

ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High

5.8/10

High School in New Hope · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Early Childhood Special Education

8.0/10

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3.3/10

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About Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High

Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High is a public high school in New Hope, MN, part of ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High serves approximately 1,474 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,229 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • MN avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.59 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
College Readiness7.7Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation13.4%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,779
Chronic Absenteeism35.5%

Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High — Students at Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 23.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
34%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
30%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
22%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
33%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
31%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
28%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
21%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
21%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
14%
ELA
37%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High Compares

See how Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
38th percentile in MN
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.4
Sports
26
13 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
86 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered IB Programme
13.4% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·616 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics26sports offered
13 boys'·13 girls'·50 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

8230 47TH AVE N, New Hope, MN 55428

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Prairie Seeds High School Academy (rated 6.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn Park), which scores slightly higher. Another option is North Education Center Academy (rated 5.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ROBBINSDALE TRANSITION CENTER (rated 5.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Crystal), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New Hope, see our New Hope schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION New Hope 0.2 mi 8.0
Escuela Exitos New Hope 0.3 mi 3.3
Robbinsdale Shared Time Program New Hope 0.7 mi
HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN ACADEMY New Hope 0.7 mi 7.2
North Education Center Academy New Hope 0.9 mi 5.9
ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL Crystal 1.0 mi 7.8
FOREST ELEMENTARY Crystal 0.8 mi 4.5
ROBBINSDALE TRANSITION CENTER Crystal 1.1 mi 5.9
STEP BY STEP MONTESSORI Plymouth 1.0 mi
SONNESYN ELEMENTARY New Hope 1.6 mi 3.9
MEADOW LAKE ELEMENTARY New Hope 1.7 mi 6.0
BEACON ACADEMY Crystal 1.7 mi 3.5
Prairie Seeds El School Academy Brooklyn Park 1.8 mi 7.0
Prairie Seeds Middle School Academy Brooklyn Park 1.8 mi 6.9
Prairie Seeds High School Academy Brooklyn Park 1.8 mi 6.4
FAIR School Pilgrim Lane Plymouth 1.6 mi 8.8
PLYMOUTH MIDDLE Plymouth 1.7 mi 5.0
The FAIR School - Crystal Crystal 1.7 mi 4.2
Robbinsdale Spanish Immersion El. New Hope 2.3 mi 4.5
ZACHARY LANE ELEMENTARY Plymouth 1.8 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55428 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,004

Median Home Value

$277,900

Median Rent

$1,291/mo

Population

32,679

College Educated

28.6%

Homeownership

56.4%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

13.9%

Median Age

37.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High

What grades does Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High serve?

Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High?

Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 1,474 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High?

The student-teacher ratio at Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High rank in MN?

Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High ranks #1,229 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?

Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High a charter school?

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

Is Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High a Title I school?

No, Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High?

71.4% of students at Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High 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
40 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,474
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
86
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.5%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

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