Below Average
#7545 of 8,552 schools in TX
Cooley EL
Elementary School · EL PASO ISD
107 N COLLINGSWORTH ST, EL Paso, TX 79905
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,545 of 8,552
In EL Paso
#182 of 206
public schools
In district
#58 of 73
EL PASO ISD
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Cooley EL
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About Cooley EL
Cooley EL is a public elementary school in EL Paso, TX, part of EL PASO ISD. Cooley EL serves approximately 382 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Cooley EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,545 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Cooley EL show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Cooley EL 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
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Cooley EL — Students at Cooley EL score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.1/10.
How Cooley EL Compares
See how Cooley EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
107 N COLLINGSWORTH ST, EL Paso, TX 79905
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cooley EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HAWKINS EL (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RAMONA EL STEM ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HILLSIDE EL (rated 6.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DR JOSEFINA VILLAMIL TINAJERO PK-8 El Paso | 0.5 mi | 2.5 |
| HAWKINS EL El Paso | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| DELTA ACADEMY El Paso | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| ST PIUS X GRADE SCHOOL El Paso | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| SILVA HEALTH MAGNET El Paso | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| JEFFERSON H S El Paso | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| FATHER YERMO SCHOOLS El Paso | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| FATHER YERMO SCHOOLS El Paso | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| COACH WALLY HARTLEY PK-8 El Paso | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| HILLSIDE EL El Paso | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| LORETTO ACADEMY El Paso | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| ZAVALA EL El Paso | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| RAMONA EL STEM ACADEMY El Paso | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| RADFORD SCHOOL El Paso | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| COLDWELL EL El Paso | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| RIVERSIDE EL El Paso | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| BURGES H S El Paso | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| BOWIE H S El Paso | 2.4 mi | 4.1 |
| GENERAL DOUGLAS MACARTHUR PK-8 El Paso | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| IMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Paso | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79905 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$25,496
Median Home Value
$103,900
Median Rent
$646/mo
Population
22,062
College Educated
9.8%
Homeownership
48.5%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
46%
Median Age
34.1
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| ALLEN EL San Antonio, TX | 4.0 |
| AMANDA ROCHELL EL Rockwall, TX | 4.0 |
| AOY EL El Paso, TX | 4.0 |
| BURNETT EL Houston, TX | 4.0 |
| CENTERVILLE EL Garland, TX | 4.0 |
| CLAUDE BERKMAN EL Round Rock, TX | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cooley EL
What grades does Cooley EL serve?
Cooley EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cooley EL?
Cooley EL has an enrollment of approximately 382 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cooley EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Cooley EL is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cooley EL rank in TX?
Cooley EL ranks #7,545 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Cooley EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Cooley EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Cooley EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cooley EL has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cooley EL a charter school?
No, Cooley EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cooley EL a Title I school?
No, Cooley EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cooley EL?
96.6% of students at Cooley EL 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 382
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.6%
- Phone
- (915) 236-8600
Resources & Links
District
EL PASO ISD- District Enrollment
- 49,139
- Schools in District
- 75
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,931
- District Rank
- #58 of 73
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