Cooper Elementary

Posted: January 5, 2026

Posted: January 5, 2026

Posted: January 5, 2026

Posted: January 5, 2026

Posted: January 5, 2026

Posted: January 5, 2026

Posted: January 5, 2026

Posted: January 5, 2026

This school needs to be shut down. I am saying this calmly, but seriously. My daughter came home and told me there were cockroaches in the bathroom. That is not a minor issue. That is unhygienic, unacceptable, and a real health concern. Roaches carry diseases, and no student should be exposed to that.
What is equally concerning is how little this school seems to care unless a complaint is written in a very specific, carefully worded way. Serious problems should not be dismissed simply because they are uncomfortable to address.
There have also been repeated reports of rabid dogs on campus. That is dangerous. That is a clear safety risk, and it should never be ignored under any circumstances. Allowing an environment like that shows a complete lack of responsibility.
If you value safety and well-being, avoid this school. No one should be placed at risk or exposed to trauma because basic standards were not upheld

Posted: July 26, 2025

Posted: July 26, 2025

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Posted: July 26, 2025

Posted: July 26, 2025

My son had a wonderful two years of education at Cooper Academy. Mrs. Fish (3rd grade) and Mrs. Dohner (4th grade) were exactly what he needed. Mrs. Fish identified his need for filling gaps in his phonics knowledge while Mrs. Dohner recognized that he needed advanced math. I also appreciate how hands on the principal, Mr. Stoke, is with the families. He personally called to welcome us to the school, worked car line at arrival and dismissal, and made a special connection with my son over the Carolina Hurricanes. The enhancement teachers are also fantastic and work so hard to provide pe, art, music, and library to all students. We are sad that our move will take us away from Cooper for his 5th grade year, but so very grateful for our time as a Rocket!

Posted: March 17, 2023

Posted: March 17, 2023

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Posted: March 17, 2023

Posted: March 17, 2023

Posted: March 17, 2023

Posted: March 17, 2023

This is the worst! I keep getting made fun of, And cant make real friends!

Posted: August 1, 2022

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Posted: August 1, 2022

Exelencia académica muy dedicados a su labor con los niños y los jóvenes

Posted: November 17, 2021

Posted: November 17, 2021

Posted: November 17, 2021

Posted: November 17, 2021

Posted: November 17, 2021

Posted: November 17, 2021

I have a kindergartner and first grader currently in attendance at Cooper. After reading the reviews, I question what happened for parents to feel such disappointment. One staff member's actions are not a reflection of all of the staff. I have nothing but good things to say about the administration, teachers, and staff that I have had the pleasure of interacting with. My boys love their teachers and always have a story to tell about their day. I love that Mr Stoke knows my children by name and that he is actively involved in the daily routines of the students and staff. I've been in the school during operating hours and he is usually walking around, visiting classrooms, and engaging with students, staff, and visitors. Both of my kids have or have had Mrs Clawson and Mrs Green for kindergarten which has been an amazing experience for my boys and myself. I'm grateful for the support I have received, as I too attend school, work, and parent with very little help and Cooper Academy has made us feel like family. Thank you Cooper Academy team!!!

Posted: November 17, 2021

Posted: November 17, 2021

Posted: February 16, 2021

Posted: February 16, 2021

Posted: February 16, 2021

Posted: February 16, 2021

Posted: February 16, 2021

Cooper has a culture of dysfunction. Disciplinary issues are swept under the rug and are some times dealt with by putting a blanket on the child who is acting up. The administration at Cooper is very uncaring. When approached with a concern from a parent they do not respond. Mr. Stoke will not return parent phone calls. Parents are ignored completely. If you have a gifted student Cooper will not offer them anything that they need. They are ignored and told to do Lexia by the AP. The school provides no challenge at all. The only concern the school has is making sure it keeps it’s title one status so it can receive more funding for who knows what. My fifth grader spent most of this year with little to no math instruction. The administration doesn’t even care that the whole fifth grade did not get math instruction. The amount of bullying that is tolerated at this school is unbelievable. Kids are kicked, slapped and threatened with zero consequences for the offender.

Posted: February 16, 2021

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Posted: January 24, 2020

Posted: January 24, 2020

Posted: January 24, 2020

Posted: January 24, 2020

That was no homework for the past 2 years, 2019/20 they're having some.

Posted: January 24, 2020

Posted: January 24, 2020

Posted: January 24, 2020

This school has gone down hill drastically for the past 3 years, I'm really concern about my 4th grader.

Posted: December 4, 2019

The leadership sucks in this school the assistant principal doesn't speak to parents with respect and empathy she speaks over the parents and the principal wont even reach out to you.

Posted: December 4, 2019

No they do not! if a child doesn't have a learning disorder, they will after they attend this bottom feeding school.

Posted: December 4, 2019

They only handle bullying for the children of color. They other children get warned.

Posted: December 4, 2019

Some teachers are effective with communicating but don't try to do a pop up to see how things are going. There is not a open door policy. The teach msut be aware that you are coming. Humm. I wonder why?

Posted: December 4, 2019

This school will make children of color question themselves and make them lose confidence in themselves.

Posted: December 4, 2019

This is school doesn't help children that are under privileged. They have underlying racial concerns. They will make your smart child appear dumb and find reasons to put things on their records so they can appear to have a behavior issues.

Posted: October 20, 2019

Posted: October 20, 2019

Posted: October 20, 2019

Posted: October 20, 2019

This school can't keep good teachers. The administration changes frequently as well changing everything from dress code to start times to homework policy, the very structure of learning.

Posted: October 20, 2019

Last year they didn't even assign homework.

Posted: October 20, 2019

Super high turn over rate. Teachers and principals leave as fast as they can.

Posted: October 20, 2019

Teachers are not kind to the students.

Posted: September 2, 2019

We love Cooper Academy, and the ratings will never match up to the love, and family you will feel while attending there.

Posted: September 2, 2019

I feel they focus on what is important to work on and do not over load the students.

Posted: April 28, 2019

We absolutely love Cooper teachers, and the principal. She is wonderful, and really cares about the students, and their success.

Posted: April 28, 2019

Posted: April 28, 2019

Anytime we have had an issue, the teacher has stepped in and handled it effectively

Posted: April 28, 2019

Posted: November 30, 2017

Posted: November 30, 2017

Posted: November 30, 2017

Posted: November 30, 2017

We have a wonderful experience so far. We couldn't ask for a better school!

Posted: November 30, 2017

Posted: November 30, 2017

Posted: November 30, 2017

Posted: March 24, 2015

My son is a student at Cooper Elementary School. He started in the Blended Classroom with Mrs. Mundt and the wonderful and caring teacher aides that worked with her. My son has grew leaps and bounds under their care and instruction. He started as a child unable to communicate his needs or control his behaviors. He left her classroom excited about learning and being around people. He came home everyday more improved. Cooper Elementary continued to nurture and educate my son this school year with Mrs. Brown and Mrs. Marino. He learned to read and a new language. He continued to excel in the classroom this year and at his most recent IEP meeting no longer met the requirements for Special Education. I thank the wonderful teaching and administrative staff at Cooper Elementary for all they do everyday not just my son but every student. The school report card grade does not reflect the caring, compassionate and knowledgeable teaching/administrative staff at the school. We do not live in the school district but chose to do the commute to and from the school this past 3yrs because of the excellent education our son has received there. We love the school!! Lashun Sharpless

Posted: November 24, 2014

My daughter went to Cooper K-5 - she has now moved on to middle school. And my son is currently in 4th grade. Both have been blessed with caring and involved teachers. The school offers many many opportunities for the parents to interact with their kid(s) and the teachers (field trips, dances, fun days, etc.). The teachers make an effort to know you (and yes, they will come up to you at the local Walmart to say hi!) and have a relationship with you. Truly an excellent neighborhood school.

Posted: May 27, 2014

We LOVE Cooper!! My oldest has been there since kindergarten and is about to finish third. My second will start kindergarten there next year. It is a fantastic school with amazing hard working teachers, and the best PTA ever!

Posted: April 18, 2014

Cooper is a small town school with hard working teachers and caring administration. The students learn responsibility for their own learning and enjoy their time there. I feel good about my children going to Cooper.

Posted: February 13, 2012

To the parent who just bought a home in Cobblestone.... Why would you give a 1 star rating to a school that your child has never even attended..... because your unfounded perception that the school is in a "low income" area, and it must be bad? And why would you buy a home in the Cooper school district if you didn't want your child to go there. I have some advice for you..... move back to Wake!