Serving 217 students in grades 3-5, Cohn Elementary School 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 is 22% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cohn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cohn Elementary School's student population of 217 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 63% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
217 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Cohn Elementary 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 Cohn Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#819 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
77%
42%
White
11%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
West Baton Rouge Parish School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cohn Elementary School's ranking?
Cohn Elementary School is ranked #819 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Cohn Elementary School?
217 students attend Cohn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Cohn Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cohn Elementary School?
Cohn Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cohn Elementary School offer ?
Cohn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cohn Elementary School part of?
Cohn Elementary School is part of West Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Cohn Elementary School located?
Cohn Elementary School is located in the Mid City North neighborhood of Port Allen, LA.
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