Cooper's roots date to before the turn of the century. The first building to carry the Frank B. Cooper Elementary name was dedicated in November of 1929. The original Cooper building is no longer used because of seismic safety concerns. For several years Cooper Elementary was temporarily housed just a few blocks away in the former Louisa Boren Junior High School located at 5950 Delridge Way SW., Seattle Washington. Construction of a new Cooper Elementary facility was completed in 1999 on a hill above the original school location.
Cooper has a long and proud history of serving the students and the community.
Cooper Elementary is honored to have one of the most diverse student populations in the city taught by a dedicated professional staff. This Web site highlights the activities of Cooper Elementary School students and staff. Its primary focus is Longfellow Creek related science projects, art projects, and creek restoration efforts as well as other community improvement activities in which the school participates. Longfellow Creek is one of only three creeks left in the city of Seattle that can support salmon runs. Cooper Elementary school has participated in salmon releases and creek clean-up activities for several years.