Randall K. Cooper High School is a public high school located in Union, Kentucky, United States, in the Cincinnati metropolitan area. It is the fourth high school in the Boone County School system. The school was named in honor of the late founding principal of Ryle High School, Randy Cooper.
Serving 1,490 students in grades 9-12, Randall K. Cooper High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Randall K. Cooper High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Randall K. Cooper High School's student population of 1,490 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,490 students
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Randall K. Cooper High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Randall K. Cooper High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#269 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
6%
11%
White
82%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Randall K. Cooper High School's ranking?
Randall K. Cooper High School is ranked #269 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Randall K. Cooper High School often compared to?
Randall K. Cooper High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Larry A. Ryle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Randall K. Cooper High School?
The graduation rate of Randall K. Cooper High School is 96%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Randall K. Cooper High School?
1,490 students attend Randall K. Cooper High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Randall K. Cooper High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Randall K. Cooper High School?
Randall K. Cooper High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Randall K. Cooper High School offer ?
Randall K. Cooper High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Randall K. Cooper High School part of?
Randall K. Cooper High School is part of Boone County School District.
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