Serving 159 students in grades 7-12, Walter L. Cohen College Prep ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≤10% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 11-19% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 was lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
159 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#1161 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
40%
11%
Black
57%
41%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-34%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Cohen College Preparatory School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter L. Cohen College Prep's ranking?
Walter L. Cohen College Prep is ranked #1161 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walter L. Cohen College Prep?
The graduation rate of Walter L. Cohen College Prep is 30-34%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Walter L. Cohen College Prep?
159 students attend Walter L. Cohen College Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Walter L. Cohen College Prep students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walter L. Cohen College Prep?
Walter L. Cohen College Prep has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walter L. Cohen College Prep offer ?
Walter L. Cohen College Prep offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walter L. Cohen College Prep part of?
Walter L. Cohen College Prep is part of Cohen College Preparatory School District.
In what neighborhood is Walter L. Cohen College Prep located?
Walter L. Cohen College Prep is located in the Milan neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 1 other public schools located in Milan.
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