Cooper Elementary School

1808 South 123rd East Avenue

School District

Tulsa
Grade

PK, K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:15
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on May 20, 2022

My child attended the special education classroom I had issues of their legs being pinned down by a para, and pinned in at the desk so they couldnt get up and wonder... my child's diaper was not changed like it should be so they have a constant rash. Sad faces are put on their papers... The staff in the office and the prinipal have always been nice as well.
Submitted by parent on March 02, 2022

bad experience, poorly trained staff in the office
Submitted by parent on March 08, 2019

this experience was great because it just was
Submitted by parent on January 07, 2016

Personally i like cooper, i wish part of the office staff would change, or get better and stop with the attitudes, even though is only 2 of them whom are bad they make it bad for the other two gals, but those are great. The principal is great and hands on, the Assistant Principal they got this year is great. Some of the teachers are great and some are horrible. My kids went there Pre-k and now in first. they were in a different district last year and it was all wonderful. I gave average, because the only thing it needs to improve is some of the teachers communication skills and the 2 office ladies.
Submitted by parent on April 10, 2013

I have 3 kids that have went or currently going to Cooper Elementary. They have recently in the past few years got a new principal which the few times I have crossed never had a bad experience, but the office staff is terrible. They are rude and obviously dont care about the kids. Two of my neighbors have moved to a new school due to this. When you walk into the office all you feel is tension. Its very uncomfortable. The nurse just sits there and hollers at the kids and is rude. I feel when working with kids there should be a good enviroment. Well I know if I have anxiety just walking in the office I feel sorry for them kids. Environments and people like that are the reason people quit jobs and probably school. This school really needs evaluated.
Submitted by parent on March 07, 2012

I a seconding the opinion made on Feb 27th. Something has to change from the top down. Principal is not conected and is snide. She refuses to take calls and will not return them either. My daughter was approved for gifted and talented last year and now that the school year is almost done she still has not been placed in the g&t program. No answers even after repeated calls. I even posted the admin at TPS Service center for G&T and still no response.
Submitted by parent on February 27, 2012

Most of the office/admin staff at Cooper Elementary School is the most unfriendly group I have come across. Not only do they have noticeable tension amongst their co-workers, they are unapproachable and get upset when asked for help. This is highly unexpected in a job that requires working with children, families, and the community. I was frustrated and dismayed to discover that Cooper does not professionally or effectively address parental concerns. When I had concerns about my child's (and the children at Cooper) wellbeing, I was ignored until I persistently called the school and even then my suggestions were not heard. This is unacceptable. I felt I was treated like an unwelcomed outsider. Staff training on effective leadership, teamwork, and communication (including listening skills) is highly recommended for Cooper. Overall, Cooper needs to deliver better leadership and organization alongside a friendlier environment, all basics of a good school. On the other hand, my child's teacher is kind, involved, and gives constructive feedback. This is the only reason my rating has more than one star.
Submitted by parent on April 01, 2010

My son was accepted into PK early as a 3YO because of a speech delay. His teacher, the special education teacher, principal, and rest of the staff have been amazing. In a few short months after starting PK (and simultaneous private speech therapy) he has made vast improvement in communication, fine & gross motor skills, and nearly eliminated negative behaviors. His PK teacher & aid, Mrs. Bond & Mrs. Graham respectively, have been very engaged with me and my son. I love that he attends PK for a full day right alongside the other students and is removed from the classroom only briefly once per week. I was skeptical of Tulsa Public Schools but have been very pleasantly surprised by Cooper. I couldn't be happier.
Submitted by parent on September 05, 2008

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Submitted by parent on February 26, 2007

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