The John Cooper School
- Private
- THE WOODLANDS, TX
Private School
The John Cooper School
- grade A+Overall Grade
- Private
- PK, K-12
- THE WOODLANDS, TX
- Rating 4.15 out of 5 130 reviews
COVID-19 Update for Prospective Students and Families:
Students in all grade levels, pre-k through grade 12, are attending classes on campus. When needed, we work with families on customized approaches to dealing with the challenges of COVID-19. Learn More
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A+
- Diversitygrade A+
- Teachersgrade A+
- College Prepgrade A+
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade A+
- Sportsgrade B+
About
Applying
Application Deadline
January 17
Application Fee
$125
Interview Required
Yes
Required/Recommended Tests
ISEE
Tuition
Yearly Tuition
$28,790
Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
Received Financial Aid
13%
Average Financial Aid
$12,625
From The John Cooper School
The John Cooper School is a fully accredited, Prek through Grade 12, college preparatory school that is located on 43 acres that were set aside by George Mitchell, founder of The Woodlands, for an independent school.
Named after renowned independent school educator John Cooper, the school opened in 1988 and has grown in size and distinction to become one of the premier independent schools in the Houston area.
The vision set forth in the formative years remains the same today – to provide a challenging education in a caring environment. Traditional educational practices combined with innovative new methods teach students to become critical and creative thinkers, effective communicators, responsible citizens and leaders, and lifetime learners.
Cooper faculty embrace the opportunity to teach students to think, question, analyze, create, understand and take responsibility for their world, paving the way to go “from curiosity to wisdom.”
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Academics
Average Graduation Rate
100%
Average SAT
1380
233 responses
Average ACT
32
96 responses
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Culture & Safety
Poll
87%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 23 responsesPoll
70%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 23 responsesInstagram Posts
Students
Diversity
grade A+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,294
96%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 23 responses78%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 23 responses57%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 23 responsesPreschool
Annual Cost
$23,650
Cost is for the most complete schedule offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
Starting Age
4-years-old by September 1st of the year your child would start PK
Pre-K Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
Schedule Options
- Offers Full WeekNo data available
- Offers Part WeekNo data available
- Offers Full DayYes
- Offers Part DayNo data available
Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National
17:1Poll
83%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 24 responsesPoll
83%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 24 responsesPoll
88%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 24 responsesMap
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade A+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
High
93%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 15 responses93%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 15 responses80%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 15 responses- Cost of Livinggrade B minus
- Good for Familiesgrade A+
- Housinggrade A minus
Median Household Income
$122,634
National
$62,843Median Rent
$1,566
National
$1,062Median Home Value
$374,200
National
$217,500The John Cooper School Reviews
Rating 4.15 out of 5 130 reviews
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My experience at Cooper has been amazing! I love Cooper from the academics to the extracurricular activities to the people. The community at Cooper, although an academically rigorous school, is supportive and collaborative. Students at Cooper have a love for learning and strive to go above and beyond course requirements. There are also numerous clubs and activities on campus to get involved in such as STEM club, Model UN, and Interact to name a few. These clubs are student-run and work to foster a safe environment where students can pursue their interests and encourage others to do the same. Interact, the school’s community service club, is one of my favorite clubs on campus as it works to make a change in the community and help those in need. Through Interact I have had the opportunity to volunteer at the local Veggie Village garden as well as volunteer at the local Montgomery County Food Bank. Overall, I have thoroughly enjoyed my experience at Cooper!
John Cooper has helped me discover my interests and pursue my hobbies while becoming more diverse as well. My junior year, I transferred to Cooper and because of the S2S program, I had a friend before school and summer football practice even started. Due to the various activities I participated in, I met many students and made friends very quickly. Cooper has also provided me with a diverse curriculum, ranging from more philosophical classes like world religions to classes that have shaped what I want to do in college, such as entrepreneurial studies, AP Biology, and AP economics. These classes are interesting and are taught by teachers who truly care about their students. Additionally, I have enjoyed the sports teams I have been a part of at Cooper very much! The camaraderie, traveling during the week, and the traditions have all made my Cooper experience special.
The John Cooper School is a strong community with a place for everyone. Our teachers create a warm environment where you can learn and grow as a student. When I was new at Cooper, I felt very welcome because of the extra effort my teachers made to help me. Once, one of my teachers arrived at school early, just so I could complete a quiz before I left for an athletic event. Along with intelligent, hardworking teachers, Cooper’s Athletics Department strengthens the sense of community. Our school spirit is second to none! Additionally, a wide variety of clubs ensures there is an extracurricular for everyone. When I joined a club called Women in Equity, I immediately met a new group of students with a common interest. Cooper is a unique school which challenges its students to excel academically and grow as people.