Cooper Elementary School

K4 - 8th Grade

MPS- Stacked-Logo (414) 304-6300
[email protected]
5143 S. 21st Street
School Hours: 7:15 a.m. – 2:15 p.m.
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A K-8 school recognized for high achievement, Cooper School provides a solid academic foundation for all children. Cooper promotes positive attitudes toward life, learning and living through authentic learning experiences, community service and a student council. Physical education, music, extra-curricular sports and whole-child wellness and well-being support the success of our K-8 program. Cooper is the only solar panel-equipped school in southeastern Wisconsin.

Parent/Student Handbook on Rights, Responsibilities, and Discipline

The 2025-26 Parent/Student Handbook on Rights, Responsibilities, and Discipline is available at mpsmke.com/rights. The handbook will not be printed and mailed to families this year or moving forward. Families will receive a letter in the mail informing them about the updated handbook and optional forms to complete and return to school.

Resources

  • District Calendar
  • K4/K5 Staggered Attendance Schedule 2025-2026
  • MPS Sick Child Guidelines
  • Family-School Manual 25-26.docx

Cooper Supply Lists

  • K4 Supply List 2026-2027
  • K5 Supply List 2026-2027
  • 1st-4th Grade Supply Lists 2026-2027
  • 5th Grade Supply List 2026-2027
  • 6th Grade Supply List 2026-2027
  • 7th-8th Grade Supply List 2026-2027

School Improvement Plan
and State Report Card

Cooper Updates

MPS Budget Meetings

MPS Invest and Grow community meetings

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Cooper Calendar

  • Jun15
    8th Grade Completion Part B

  • Jun15
    Last Day of School – Students

  • Jun16
    Staff Professional Development Day (K–8) / Record Day (HS)

  • Jun17
    Emergency makeup days (if needed)

  • Aug25
    Teacher Communication

Contact Cooper School

(414) 304-6300
[email protected]
5143 S. 21st Street
School Hours: 7:15 a.m. – 2:15 p.m.

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Milwaukee, WI 53208
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