Serving 1,016 students in grades 7-8, Raymond B Cooper J High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher 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 63% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,016 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raymond B Cooper J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Raymond B Cooper J High School's student population of 1,016 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,016 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Raymond B Cooper J High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Raymond B Cooper J High School is 0.75, which is more 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
#512 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
6%
Hispanic
21%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
37%
25%
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
21%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raymond B Cooper J High School's ranking?
Raymond B Cooper J High School is ranked #512 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Raymond B Cooper J High School often compared to?
Raymond B Cooper J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grady Burnett J High School, Frank Mcmillan J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Raymond B Cooper J High School?
1,016 students attend Raymond B Cooper J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Raymond B Cooper J High School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Raymond B Cooper J High School?
Raymond B Cooper J High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Raymond B Cooper J High School offer ?
Raymond B Cooper J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Raymond B Cooper J High School part of?
Raymond B Cooper J High School is part of Wylie Independent School District.
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