Serving 406 students in grades 9-12, Walter L. Cohen High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walter L. Cohen High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Walter L. Cohen High School's student population of 406 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Walter L. Cohen High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter L. Cohen High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#823 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
29%
11%
Black
67%
41%
White
4%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter L. Cohen High School's ranking?
Walter L. Cohen High School is ranked #823 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Walter L. Cohen High School often compared to?
Walter L. Cohen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Samuel J. Green Charter School, Sophie B. Wright Institute Of Academic Excellence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walter L. Cohen High School?
The graduation rate of Walter L. Cohen High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Walter L. Cohen High School?
406 students attend Walter L. Cohen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Walter L. Cohen High School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walter L. Cohen High School?
Walter L. Cohen High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walter L. Cohen High School offer ?
Walter L. Cohen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walter L. Cohen High School part of?
Walter L. Cohen High School is part of Walter L. Cohen High School District.
In what neighborhood is Walter L. Cohen High School located?
Walter L. Cohen High School is located in the New Aurora neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.
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