WALTER L. COHEN COLLEGE PREP

Walter L. Cohen College Prep is a Title I public charter high school with about 417 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 28 teachers, Walter L. Cohen College Prep has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Walter L. Cohen College Prep, located in the historic Irish Channel neighborhood of New Orleans, is a public charter school serving students in grades 6 through 12. As part of the Collegiate Academies network, the school focuses on a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum designed to ensure that students are not only prepared for post-secondary education but are also empowered to succeed in professional and civic life. The school is known for its strong emphasis on high academic expectations, intensive student support, and a culture that prioritizes character development and leadership.

Beyond its academic rigor, Cohen College Prep carries a deep sense of historical significance within the New Orleans community. It has long been a landmark institution in the Uptown area, and today it strives to honor that legacy by providing its scholars with the tools necessary to navigate and improve their local and global communities. Through a combination of small class sizes, personalized mentorship, and extracurricular opportunities, the school aims to bridge the achievement gap and provide its diverse student body with equitable access to quality education and future career paths.

For more information, contact Walter L. Cohen College Prep at (504) 335-0400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.