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#694 of 883 private schools in TX
The John Cooper School
School
1 JOHN COOPER DR, The Woodlands, TX 77381
Enrollment
1,257
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
1,257
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#694 of 883
In The Woodlands
#3 of 5
public schools
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The John Cooper School
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About The John Cooper School
The John Cooper School is a private school in The Woodlands, TX. The John Cooper School serves approximately 1,257 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. The John Cooper School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #694 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
The John 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 John Cooper School compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in The Woodlands, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The John Cooper School (this school) | 5.3 |
| DAVID EL | 8.5 |
| GALATAS EL | 8.7 |
| RIDE EL | 9.0 |
| POWELL EL | 8.2 |
| THE WOODLANDS H S | 7.9 |
| COLLINS INT | 8.2 |
| MCCULLOUGH J H | 8.0 |
| BUCKALEW EL | 8.6 |
| CREEKSIDE FOREST EL | 9.0 |
| GLEN LOCH EL | 6.7 |
| BUSH EL | 8.1 |
| TOUGH EL | 8.8 |
| CREEKVIEW EL | 8.8 |
| TIMBER CREEK EL | 8.4 |
| MITCHELL INT | 8.1 |
| CREEKSIDE PARK J H | 7.9 |
| DERETCHIN EL | 8.6 |
| COLLEGE PARK H S | 7.6 |
| LAMAR EL | 6.8 |
| HAILEY EL | 7.4 |
Showing 20 of 23 schools. View all schools in The Woodlands
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 TX.
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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 TX
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
1 JOHN COOPER DR, The Woodlands, TX 77381
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The John Cooper School may also want to explore other schools in the area. SST THE WOODLANDS (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby San Antonio), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIDE EL (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CREEKSIDE FOREST EL (rated 9.0/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in The Woodlands, see our The Woodlands schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF THE WOODLANDS AT STERLING RIDGE The Woodlands | 0.9 mi | — |
| GALATAS EL The Woodlands | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| DAVID EL The Woodlands | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| THE WOODLANDS PREPORATORY SCHOOL Tomball | 1.7 mi | — |
| SST THE WOODLANDS San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| ESPRIT INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL The Woodlands | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| RIDE EL The Woodlands | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| POWELL EL The Woodlands | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| DISCOVERY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION The Woodlands | 1.8 mi | — |
| THE WOODLANDS H S The Woodlands | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| BUCKALEW EL The Woodlands | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| COLLINS INT The Woodlands | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| CREEKSIDE FOREST EL The Woodlands | 2.4 mi | 9.0 |
| TRINITY EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL The Woodlands | 2.2 mi | — |
| MCCULLOUGH J H The Woodlands | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| SON KIDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Spring | 2.2 mi | — |
| BUSH EL The Woodlands | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| GLEN LOCH EL The Woodlands | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| CUNAE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL The Woodlands | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF THE WOODLANDS AT CREEKSIDE PARK The Woodlands | 2.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77381 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$142,210
Median Home Value
$445,400
Median Rent
$1,699/mo
Population
35,184
College Educated
62.5%
Homeownership
78.1%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
44.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The John Cooper School
What grades does The John Cooper School serve?
The John Cooper School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend The John Cooper School?
The John Cooper School has an enrollment of approximately 1,257 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The John Cooper School?
The student-teacher ratio at The John Cooper School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The John Cooper School rank in TX?
The John Cooper School ranks #694 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is The John Cooper School's MySchoolScout rating?
The John Cooper School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The John Cooper School a private school?
Yes, The John 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 John Cooper School a religious school?
No, The John Cooper School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,257
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 118
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (281) 367-0900
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