Serving 752 students in grades 6-8, Cope Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 752 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cope Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cope Middle School's student population of 752 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
752 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Cope Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cope Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#302 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
14%
11%
Black
44%
42%
White
35%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Bossier Parish School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cope Middle School's ranking?
Cope Middle School is ranked #302 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Cope Middle School often compared to?
Cope Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenacres Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Cope Middle School?
752 students attend Cope Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Cope Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cope Middle School?
Cope Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cope Middle School offer ?
Cope Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cope Middle School part of?
Cope Middle School is part of Bossier Parish School District.
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