Serving 216 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School's student population of 216 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
216 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1333 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Asian
16%
11%
Hispanic
22%
35%
Black
11%
14%
White
47%
37%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School's ranking?
Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School is ranked #1333 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School?
216 students attend Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School?
Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School offer ?
Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School part of?
Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School is part of Old Bridge Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School located?
Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School is located in the Laurence Harbor neighborhood of Keyport, NJ.
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