Serving 320 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Johnston Cooper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnston Cooper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Johnston Cooper Elementary School's student population of 320 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1953
School Motto
Students first, always.
School Rankings
Johnston Cooper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnston Cooper Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8330 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
49%
56%
Black
32%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnston Cooper Elementary School's ranking?
Johnston Cooper Elementary School is ranked #8330 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Johnston Cooper Elementary School?
320 students attend Johnston Cooper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Johnston Cooper Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnston Cooper Elementary School?
Johnston Cooper Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Johnston Cooper Elementary School offer ?
Johnston Cooper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Johnston Cooper Elementary School part of?
Johnston Cooper Elementary School is part of Vallejo City Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 7/1/2007
This school is very hard working school.I know so because I go there.
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