Very Good
#44 of 192 private schools in SC
Top 22% of private schools
The Cooper School
Elementary School
13 OAKDALE PL, Charleston, SC 29407
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#44 of 192
In Charleston
#4 of 13
public schools
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The Cooper School
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About The Cooper School
The Cooper School is a private elementary school in Charleston, SC. The Cooper School serves approximately 136 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-7th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. The Cooper School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #44 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 136 students, The Cooper School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, The Cooper School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Cooper School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow The Cooper School compares to 27 public schools serving similar grades in Charleston, SC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Cooper School (this school) | 7.2 |
| St. Andrew's School of Math and Science | 7.8 |
| Charleston Development Academy | 4.9 |
| Simmons Pinckney Middle | 5.1 |
| Stono Park Elementary | 4.0 |
| Mitchell Elementary | 3.9 |
| Compass Collegiate Academy | 8.2 |
| James Simons Montessori | 6.4 |
| Charleston Charter School for Math and Science | 7.0 |
| Carolina Voyager Charter | 8.1 |
| Pattison's Academy for Comprehensive Education | 4.0 |
| Harbor View Elementary | 8.1 |
| Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary | 8.4 |
| Orange Grove Charter School | 8.5 |
| Charleston Progressive | 5.5 |
| Sanders-Clyde Elementary | 4.8 |
| Memminger Elementary | 6.0 |
| Buist Academy | 8.9 |
| Murray-LaSaine Montessori | 7.2 |
| Oakland Elementary | 7.7 |
| Camp Road Middle | 7.2 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in SC.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in SC
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
13 OAKDALE PL, Charleston, SC 29407
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Cooper School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Orange Grove Charter School (rated 8.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Compass Collegiate Academy (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Charleston, see our Charleston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29407 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,568
Median Home Value
$407,300
Median Rent
$1,388/mo
Population
36,640
College Educated
51.1%
Homeownership
58.4%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
37.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MAY RIVER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bluffton, SC | 7.2 |
| Cape Romain Environmental Education Charter School Mcclellanville, SC | 7.4 |
| DIVINE REDEEMER SCHOOL Hanahan, SC | 7.4 |
| SUMMERVILLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Summerville, SC | 7.0 |
| WEDGEFIELD UNIVERSITY FOR KIDS Wedgefield, SC | 7.0 |
| Bettis Preparatory Leadership Academy Trenton, SC | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Cooper School
What grades does The Cooper School serve?
The Cooper School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 7th.
How many students attend The Cooper School?
The Cooper School has an enrollment of approximately 136 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Cooper School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Cooper School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Cooper School rank in SC?
The Cooper School ranks #44 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is The Cooper School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Cooper School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Cooper School a private school?
Yes, The Cooper School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Cooper School a religious school?
No, The Cooper School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 7th
- Enrollment
- 136
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Charleston County
- Phone
- (843) 573-1033
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