Elementary Schools In Cooper City

The top recommended elementary schools in Cooper City are Franklin Academy (K-8), Cooper City Elementary School, and Griffin Elementary School. Franklin Academy was rated 9/10 by greatschools.org, and both Cooper City Elementary and Griffin Elementary were rated 8/10. However, all of these schools received an “A” from the FDOE’s school accountability report.   

Franklin Academy is a part of Broward County’s public charter system, so students have to apply and be selected to be able to attend. However, the other two schools are a part of Broward County’s public district system, so students do not have to apply.  

In terms of academic standing, all of these schools are great choices. As a whole, Griffin Elementary leads the pack in standardized testing, scoring an 81% proficiency in math, a 76% proficiency in English, and a 63% proficiency in science. Franklin Academy and Cooper City Elementary have similar scores in all three subjects, but Cooper City Elementary scores slightly higher. Note that all of these schools exceed the state standard in every subject area.

On average, both Cooper City Elementary and Griffin City Elementary receive more positive parent testimonials than Franklin Academy. However, note that the data for Franklin Academy includes data from the elementary and middle schools. 

One Cooper City Elementary parent said, “My daughter deals with ADHD, and the school took significant steps to ensure that she received the best education possible, and that she was dealt with fairly, and that other children were not disrupted. Daughter loves the school.” 

However, to find out more about these schools and read additional parent testimonials, go to greatschools.org