Serving 311 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Dr Walter Cooper Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr Walter Cooper Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dr Walter Cooper Academy's student population of 311 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
311 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dr Walter Cooper Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr Walter Cooper Academy is 0.41, 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
#4302 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
18%
30%
Black
75%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Walter Cooper Academy's ranking?
Dr Walter Cooper Academy is ranked #4302 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Dr Walter Cooper Academy often compared to?
Dr Walter Cooper Academyis often viewed alongside schools like School 15-children's School Of Rochester by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Dr Walter Cooper Academy?
311 students attend Dr Walter Cooper Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Dr Walter Cooper Academy students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr Walter Cooper Academy?
Dr Walter Cooper Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr Walter Cooper Academy offer ?
Dr Walter Cooper Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr Walter Cooper Academy part of?
Dr Walter Cooper Academy is part of Rochester City School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr Walter Cooper Academy located?
Dr Walter Cooper Academy is located in the 19th Ward neighborhood of Rochester, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in 19th Ward.
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