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Cooper ES

Elementary School · TULSA

1808 South 123rd East Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74128

Enrollment

509

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#1,236 of 1,750

In Tulsa

#65 of 104

public schools

In district

#37 of 69

TULSA

Academic growth

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Cooper ES

5.5/10

Elementary School in Tulsa · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Cooper ES

Cooper ES is a public elementary school in Tulsa, OK, part of TULSA. Cooper ES serves approximately 509 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Cooper ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,236 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Cooper ES show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • OK avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Cooper ES sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

43% of students at Cooper ES 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 · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-4.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency7% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency7% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)15% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-8.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,873
Chronic Absenteeism42.6%

Cooper ES — Students at Cooper ES score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 19.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 21.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 48 test records from OK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
66%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
43%
2012
Math
49%
ELA
43%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
43%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
38%
2016
Math
9%
ELA
14%
2017
Math
9%
ELA
8%
2018
Math
5%
ELA
8%
2019
Math
5%
ELA
8%
2020*
Math
2%
ELA
3%
2021*
Math
2%
ELA
3%
2022
Math
3%
ELA
6%
2024
Math
7.8%
ELA
14%
2025
Math
6.8%
ELA
6.3%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Cooper ES Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
29th percentile in OK
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.6%

Programs & Offerings

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

1808 South 123rd East Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74128

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cooper ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PEARY ES (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ELLEN OCHOA ES (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DOVE SCIENCE ACADEMY TULSA (rated 7.1/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tulsa, see our Tulsa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
East Central Middle School Tulsa 0.1 mi 4.4
DESTINY'S LEARNING ACADEMY Tulsa 0.5 mi
DISNEY ES Tulsa 0.7 mi 5.7
EAST CENTRAL HS Tulsa 0.7 mi 4.1
PEARY ES Tulsa 0.8 mi 7.3
LEWIS AND CLARK ES Tulsa 1.1 mi 7.0
ELLEN OCHOA ES Tulsa 1.3 mi 7.1
DOLORES HUERTA ES Tulsa 1.3 mi 6.0
KERR ES Tulsa 1.5 mi 5.8
College Bound Academy- Eastside Campus Tulsa 1.5 mi 7.0
WRIGHT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tulsa 1.8 mi 5.9
BOEVERS ES Tulsa 1.8 mi 6.3
CLARK ES Tulsa 2.2 mi 6.2
LINCOLN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tulsa 2.4 mi 6.2
DOVE SCIENCE ACADEMY TULSA Tulsa 2.5 mi 7.1
LINDBERGH ES Tulsa 2.2 mi 5.5
SKELLY ES Tulsa 2.3 mi 5.5
DOVE SCH OF DISCOVERY TULSA Tulsa 2.6 mi 5.9
DOVE SCIENCE ACADEMY TULSA HS Tulsa 2.6 mi 7.8
TOWN & COUNTRY SCHOOL Tulsa 2.6 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,654

Median Home Value

$109,100

Median Rent

$1,031/mo

Population

13,586

College Educated

12.1%

Homeownership

61.2%

Poverty Rate

25.1%

Median Age

31

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cooper ES

What grades does Cooper ES serve?

Cooper ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Cooper ES?

Cooper ES has an enrollment of approximately 509 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cooper ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Cooper ES is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cooper ES rank in OK?

Cooper ES ranks #1,236 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Cooper ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Cooper ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cooper ES has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cooper ES a charter school?

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

Is Cooper ES a Title I school?

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

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

91.9% of students at Cooper ES 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
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tulsa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.6%

District

TULSA
District Enrollment
33,562
Schools in District
69
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,873
District Rank
#37 of 69

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