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Cople Elementary

Elementary School · Westmoreland County Public Schools

7114 Cople Highway, Hague, VA 22469

Enrollment

362

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia elementary schools

#668 of 1,147

In district

#4 of 4

Westmoreland County Public Schools

School environment

9.3 / 10

Exceptional

About Cople Elementary

Cople Elementary serves 362 students in prekindergarten through fifth grade in the rural community of Hague, Virginia. Located on Cople Highway in Westmoreland County, this public elementary school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 11:1 with 33 full-time equivalent teachers, creating opportunities for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school has earned recognition for its performance, receiving a 7.3 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #325 out of 1,856 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 82nd percentile among Virginia schools.

This strong ranking reflects the school's commitment to student achievement and educational excellence. Cople Elementary draws families from a diverse economic background, serving a community where the median household income is $50,606 and approximately one in five residents lives below the poverty line. The area has a college graduation rate of 22%, with median home values around $309,600.

The school's rural setting in Westmoreland County provides students with a close-knit community atmosphere where educators can build meaningful relationships with families. This small-town environment, combined with the school's solid academic standing, makes Cople Elementary an integral part of the local educational landscape in Virginia's Northern Neck region.

What Parents Should Know

Located in a rural area, Cople Elementary 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-1.16 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency65%
Reading/ELA Proficiency59%
Math vs. State Avg-8.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.7 pts
Overall Proficiency62%
Expected (poverty-adj.)65%
vs. Expected-3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.3Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,506

Cople Elementary — Students at Cople Elementary score 62% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

106.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 62.2%
School
State
73.5%
ELA Proficiency 61.7%
School
State
72.2%

Based on 12 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2025
Math
66%
ELA
61.5%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Cople Elementary Compares

See how Cople Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
33th percentile in VA
Academic
4.3/10
4.3/10
Growth
5.0/10
Above average
Environment
9.3/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
107%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers

Location

7114 Cople Highway, Hague, VA 22469

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cople Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Captain Walter Francis Duke Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 16.8 miles away, in nearby Leonardtown), which scores notably higher. Another option is LITTLE FLOWER SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby Great Mills), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Richmond County Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Warsaw), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hague, see our Hague schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Montross Middle Montross 5.3 mi 9.4
Westmoreland High Montross 7.5 mi 6.7
Rappahannock High Warsaw 9.3 mi 4.9
Richmond County Elementary Warsaw 9.6 mi 6.9
Piney Point Elementary Tall Timbers 10.0 mi 5.1
Leonardtown High Leonardtown 14.0 mi 4.6
Leonardtown Middle Leonardtown 14.3 mi 7.3
ST MARY S RYKEN HIGH SCHOOL Leonardtown 14.9 mi 5.6
FATHER ANDREW WHITE SJ SCHOOL Leonardtown 15.5 mi 4.4
Leonardtown Elementary Leonardtown 15.6 mi 4.5
LITTLE SEEDLINGS CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KDGN Leonardtown 15.8 mi
THE KINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Callaway 14.5 mi 6.0
ST MARGARET'S SCHOOL Tappahannock 14.1 mi 8.0
Tappahannock Elementary Tappahannock 14.1 mi 5.6
LEONARD HALL JR NAVAL ACADEMY Leonardtown 16.0 mi 5.9
LITTLE FLOWER SCHOOL Great Mills 14.7 mi 7.1
James H. Cary Intermediate Tappahannock 14.6 mi 8.6
Captain Walter Francis Duke Elementary Leonardtown 16.8 mi 8.1
Essex High Tappahannock 15.0 mi 6.8
Chesapeake Charter School Lexington Park 15.4 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22469 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,159

Median Home Value

$243,900

Median Rent

$1,291/mo

Population

1,986

College Educated

20.4%

Homeownership

82.6%

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

53.9

Community Profile

The community surrounding Cople Elementary has a median household income of $70,159. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $243,900, with a median rent of $1,291/month. The local poverty rate of 9.6% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BLESSED SACRAMENT GRADE SCHOOL & EARLY CHILDHOOD C Alexandria, VA 5.7
G.W. Carver Elementary Martinsville, VA 5.7
Huddleston Elementary Huddleston, VA 5.7
Mountain View Elementary Haymarket, VA 5.7
Shelton Park Elementary Virginia Beach, VA 5.7
Bedford Primary Bedford, VA 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cople Elementary

What grades does Cople Elementary serve?

Cople Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Cople Elementary?

Cople Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 362 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cople Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Cople Elementary is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cople Elementary rank in VA?

Cople Elementary is ranked #1249 out of 1,850 schools in VA.

What is Cople Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Cople Elementary has a composite rating of 5.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cople Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Cople Elementary has 62.2% math proficiency and 61.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Cople Elementary a charter school?

No, Cople Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cople Elementary a Title I school?

No, Cople Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cople Elementary?

106.9% of students at Cople Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

County Safety
Average (455/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
106.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Westmoreland County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Westmoreland County Public Schools
District Enrollment
1,579
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,913
District Rank
#4 of 4

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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