Serving 766 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Milton Cooper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 766 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Milton Cooper Elementary School's student population of 766 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
766 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Milton Cooper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milton Cooper Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4381 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
67%
54%
Black
26%
13%
White
3%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milton Cooper Elementary School's ranking?
Milton Cooper Elementary School is ranked #4381 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Milton Cooper Elementary School often compared to?
Milton Cooper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dunn Elementary School, Carolee Booker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Milton Cooper Elementary School?
766 students attend Milton Cooper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Milton Cooper Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milton Cooper Elementary School?
Milton Cooper Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Milton Cooper Elementary School offer ?
Milton Cooper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Milton Cooper Elementary School part of?
Milton Cooper Elementary School is part of Spring Independent School District.
School Reviews
Review Milton Cooper Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.
