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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
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
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)
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.
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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|---|---|
| HAMILTON HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chattanooga, TN | — |
| Marion Virtual High School Jasper, TN | — |
| Putnam Co Adult High School Cookeville, TN | — |
| Robertson County Adult High School Springfield, TN | — |
| Union County Alternative Center Maynardville, TN | — |
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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.
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
- Phone
- (901) 465-7359
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Department Of Children's Services Education Division- District Enrollment
- 1,173
- Schools in District
- 1
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