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#1179 of 1,786 schools in TN
Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center
High School · Department Of Children's Services Education Division
P O Box 639, Somerville, TN 38068
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,179 of 1,786
In Somerville
#3 of 4
public schools
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center
High School in Somerville · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center
Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center is a public high school in Somerville, TN, part of Department Of Children's Services Education Division. Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,179 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 5% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- TN avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 43 students, Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center 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.
Test scores at Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center 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.
At 5.4:1 students to teachers, Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center — Students at Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Test Scores TN EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.2/10.
How Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center Compares
See how Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
P O Box 639, Somerville, TN 38068
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Arlington High (rated 7.8/10, 17.2 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fayette Ware Comprehensive High School (rated 3.2/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Somerville, see our Somerville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| East Jr. High School Somerville | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Fayette Ware Comprehensive High School Somerville | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| FAYETTE ACADEMY Somerville | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Buckley-Carpenter Elementary School Somerville | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Oakland Elementary Oakland | 9.2 mi | 3.1 |
| West Junior High School Oakland | 9.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Southwest Elementary Macon | 11.8 mi | 4.7 |
| A.S.B. EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE Whitsville | 10.9 mi | — |
| La Grange Moscow Elementary Moscow | 15.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Whiteville Elementary Whiteville | 12.7 mi | 5.8 |
| GALLAWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gallaway | 14.5 mi | — |
| Sunny Hill Intermediate School Brownsville | 19.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Donelson Elementary Arlington | 16.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Grand Junction Elementary Grand Junction | 19.1 mi | 7.8 |
| ROSSVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rossville | 19.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Arlington Elementary Arlington | 17.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Arlington High Arlington | 17.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Arlington Middle Arlington | 18.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Anderson Early Childhood Brownsville | 22.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Haywood Middle School Brownsville | 22.5 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,022
Median Home Value
$258,300
Median Rent
$775/mo
Population
10,854
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
70.2%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
18.4%
Median Age
42.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARCHON ACADEMY Bartlett, TN | 5.7 |
| Daniel McKee Alternative School Murfreesboro, TN | 5.4 |
| Jefferson Virtual Academy Strawberry Plains, TN | 6.0 |
| Tullahoma Virtual Academy Tullahoma, TN | 5.3 |
| New Directions Academy Charlotte, TN | 5.2 |
| STEPPEN STONE ACADEMY Limestone, TN | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center
What grades does Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center serve?
Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center?
Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center rank in TN?
Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center ranks #1,179 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 5% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021).
Is Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center a charter school?
No, Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center a Title I school?
No, Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 43
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Fayette County
- Phone
- (901) 465-7359
- 4-Year Graduation
- 22.0%
Resources & Links
District
Department Of Children's Services Education Division- District Enrollment
- 1,173
- Schools in District
- 1
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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