Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William Mason Cooper Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Mason Cooper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
William Mason Cooper Elementary School's student population of 382 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
William Mason Cooper Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William Mason Cooper Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#440 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-79%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
73%
22%
White
9%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Mason Cooper Elementary School's ranking?
William Mason Cooper Elementary School is ranked #440 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are William Mason Cooper Elementary School often compared to?
William Mason Cooper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary W. Jackson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend William Mason Cooper Elementary School?
382 students attend William Mason Cooper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of William Mason Cooper Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William Mason Cooper Elementary School?
William Mason Cooper Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does William Mason Cooper Elementary School offer ?
William Mason Cooper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is William Mason Cooper Elementary School part of?
William Mason Cooper Elementary School is part of Hampton City School District.
In what neighborhood is William Mason Cooper Elementary School located?
William Mason Cooper Elementary School is located in the Coliseum Central neighborhood of Hampton, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Coliseum Central.
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