Cooper County Schools & Education
Cooper County, Missouri
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
54/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
92.7%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
92.7%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,874
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,334
School Score
54/100
Higher = better
State avg 43/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#23
of 115 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Cooper County
School Verdict
Cooper County performs at an average level with a school score of 54/100 and a solid graduation rate of 92.7%.
Funding Context
At $6,874 per pupil, Cooper County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Cooper County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 26% above the Missouri average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 1.4 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 9% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Cooper County, Missouri
A Distributed Network of Local Schools
Cooper County manages 16 public schools across six different districts, serving a total enrollment of 2,343 students. The landscape is characterized by a high number of high schools relative to the population, with eight high schools and seven elementary schools.
High Graduation Rates and Competitive Funding
Cooper County achieves a 92.7% graduation rate, surpassing both state and national averages. The $6,874 per-pupil expenditure is notably higher than the Missouri average of $6,334, reflecting a strong local investment in the classroom.
Boonville R-I Anchors the Community
Boonville R-I serves as the county's primary district, educating 1,584 students across five schools. Smaller districts like Otterville R-VI and Cooper Co. R-IV provide highly localized education with fewer than 220 students each.
Small Schools in a Rural Setting
The learning environment is primarily rural, with 11 of the 16 schools located in rural areas and five in town settings. Boonville High is the largest school with 569 students, though the average school size across the county is a modest 180.
Relocate to Cooper County Schools
For families seeking a high graduation rate and smaller class sizes, Cooper County is a premier destination. Explore homes in the Boonville area to take advantage of the county's most comprehensive school district.
School Overview
Total Schools
16
in Cooper County
Total Enrollment
2,343
students
School Districts
6
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
6 School Districts in Cooper County
BOONVILLE R-I
PILOT GROVE C-4
OTTERVILLE R-VI
PRAIRIE HOME R-V
COOPER CO. R-IV
BLACKWATER R-II
16 Public Schools in Cooper County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BOONVILLE HIGH | BOONVILLE R-I | 9–12 | High | 569 |
| HANNAH COLE PRIMARY | BOONVILLE R-I | PK–2 | Primary | 370 |
| DAVID BARTON ELEM. | BOONVILLE R-I | 3–5 | Primary | 329 |
| LAURA SPEED ELLIOTT MIDDLE | BOONVILLE R-I | 6–8 | Middle | 316 |
| PILOT GROVE HIGH | PILOT GROVE C-4 | 7–12 | High | 138 |
| OTTERVILLE ELEM. | OTTERVILLE R-VI | PK–5 | Primary | 106 |
| OTTERVILLE HIGH | OTTERVILLE R-VI | 6–12 | High | 106 |
| PILOT GROVE ELEM. | PILOT GROVE C-4 | PK–6 | Primary | 97 |
| BLACKWATER ELEM. | BLACKWATER R-II | PK–8 | Primary | 78 |
| PRAIRIE HOME ELEM. | PRAIRIE HOME R-V | KG–6 | Primary | 71 |
| PRAIRIE HOME HIGH | PRAIRIE HOME R-V | 7–12 | High | 71 |
| BUNCETON ELEM. | COOPER CO. R-IV | PK–6 | Primary | 51 |
| BUNCETON HIGH | COOPER CO. R-IV | 7–12 | High | 41 |
| BOONVILLE TREATMENT CENTER | DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS | 7–12 | Alternative | 0 |
| BOONVILLE CORRECTIONAL CENTER | DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS | 7–12 | Alternative | 0 |
| BOONSLICK TECHNICAL EDUC. CTR. | BOONVILLE R-I | 9–12 | Vocational | 0 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$6,874
State avg $6,334
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Cooper County, Missouri — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Cooper County, Missouri?
Cooper County manages 16 public schools across six different districts, serving a total enrollment of 2,343 students. The landscape is characterized by a high number of high schools relative to the population, with eight high schools and seven elementary schools.
How do schools in Cooper County perform academically?
Cooper County achieves a 92.7% graduation rate, surpassing both state and national averages. The $6,874 per-pupil expenditure is notably higher than the Missouri average of $6,334, reflecting a strong local investment in the classroom.
What are the major school districts in Cooper County, Missouri?
Boonville R-I serves as the county's primary district, educating 1,584 students across five schools. Smaller districts like Otterville R-VI and Cooper Co. R-IV provide highly localized education with fewer than 220 students each.
What is the school experience like in Cooper County?
The learning environment is primarily rural, with 11 of the 16 schools located in rural areas and five in town settings. Boonville High is the largest school with 569 students, though the average school size across the county is a modest 180.
How can I find homes near good schools in Cooper County, Missouri?
For families seeking a high graduation rate and smaller class sizes, Cooper County is a premier destination. Explore homes in the Boonville area to take advantage of the county's most comprehensive school district.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.