LEROY GORDON COOPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Old Bridge Township School District school district, located in CLIFFWOOD BEACH, NJ with about 234 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, Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School, located on Birchwood Drive in Cliffwood Beach, New Jersey, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District. Named in honor of the pioneering American astronaut L. Gordon Cooper Jr., the school reflects a commitment to fostering academic growth and character development in young learners. It generally serves students in the primary grade levels, focusing on building essential literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skills in a supportive, community-oriented environment.

As a neighborhood school, it emphasizes a partnership between educators, students, and families to create a cohesive learning atmosphere. The curriculum is designed to meet New Jersey state standards while integrating various enrichment activities that encourage curiosity and engagement. By maintaining a focus on foundational education, the school prepares its students for their subsequent transition into the middle and high school levels within the broader regional district, consistently striving to provide a safe and inclusive space for all children to thrive.

For more information, contact Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School at (732) 290-3881 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.