T S COOPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

T S Cooper Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Gates County Schools school district, located in Sunbury, NC with about 221 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 19 teachers, T S Cooper Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

T.S. Cooper Elementary School is a public institution located in Sunbury, North Carolina, serving students within the Gates County School District. As a rural primary school, it plays a central role in the local community, focusing on providing a foundational educational experience for children in the surrounding area. The school is dedicated to fostering academic growth and personal development through a curriculum designed to meet state standards while catering to the specific needs of its student body.

The school environment at T.S. Cooper emphasizes a supportive and nurturing atmosphere, which is characteristic of the smaller, close-knit school communities found in Gates County. By prioritizing active parent involvement and strong teacher-student relationships, the school aims to create a stable learning environment that prepares students for their future academic endeavors. Through its partnership with the district and local stakeholders, T.S. Cooper continues to serve as an essential resource for the youth of Sunbury.

For more information, contact T S Cooper Elementary at (252) 465-4091 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.