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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

Grades

6th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

School environment

10.0 / 10

Exceptional

About Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center

Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center is a public high school in Somerville, TN, part of the Department Of Children's Services Education Division. The school serves approximately 43 students in grades 6th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 5.4:1. Students demonstrate 5% proficiency in math and 5% in reading/language arts.

Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $63,022, where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant rural setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 43 students, Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 5.4:1, Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
43 students
Type
Public
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.4:1
Address
P O Box 639, Somerville, TN 38068
Phone
(901) 465-7359
Data Year
SY 2022-23
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Test Scores TN EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 5.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 5.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 2 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

How Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center Compares

See how Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Academic
1.4/10
1.4/10
Environment
10.0/10
Above average

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 7.9/10, 17.2 miles away, in nearby Arlington). Additionally, Fayette Ware Comprehensive High School (rated 3.7/10, 0.5 miles away). 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 6.8
Fayette Ware Comprehensive High School Somerville 0.5 mi 3.7
FAYETTE ACADEMY Somerville 3.0 mi 5.1
Buckley-Carpenter Elementary School Somerville 3.0 mi 6.1
Oakland Elementary Oakland 9.2 mi 1.9
West Junior High School Oakland 9.9 mi 3.2
Southwest Elementary Macon 11.8 mi 2.5
A.S.B. EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE Whitsville 10.9 mi
La Grange Moscow Elementary Moscow 15.3 mi 2.7
Whiteville Elementary Whiteville 12.7 mi 5.0
GALLAWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gallaway 14.5 mi
Sunny Hill Intermediate School Brownsville 19.6 mi 7.6
Donelson Elementary Arlington 16.6 mi 7.7
Grand Junction Elementary Grand Junction 19.1 mi 8.5
ROSSVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rossville 19.4 mi 5.8
Arlington Elementary Arlington 17.1 mi 7.4
Arlington High Arlington 17.2 mi 7.9
Arlington Middle Arlington 18.4 mi 7.1
Anderson Early Childhood Brownsville 22.4 mi 8.0
Haywood Middle School Brownsville 22.5 mi 4.6

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center has a median household income of $63,022. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $258,300, with a median rent of $775/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.4%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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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.

What are the test scores at Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center has 5.0% math proficiency and 5.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

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.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
Elevated (1,461/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Somerville). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Department Of Children's Services Education Division
District Enrollment
1,173
Schools in District
1

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